Poster for the movie No Holds Barred

No Holds Barred (Monogram, 1952)

Fans of mid-century wrestling will get a kick out of this Bowery Boys entry, as an unexplained medical condition renders part of Sach’s anatomy impervious to pain, making him a powerhouse in the wrestling ring as he takes on various real-life wrestlers on his way to the championship. Of course, there’s a scheming villain — the manager of the first wrestler Sach defeats — and his allied femme fatale to complicate matters, and Sach’s invulnerability may go away suddenly at any point, as the doctor initially examining states that it will likely be temporary, to add to the suspense. Fun.

  Mildly recommended. Otto judiciously thinks this movie is OK, but not great.

Movie 73 for 2021.

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