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Post by King Bálor (CM)™ on Oct 14, 2015 16:37:57 GMT -5
WOW!! Awesome work by WWE on this one. I love how they followed Sting around from his first day into WWE headquarters, his contract signing, events to Wrestlemania. I also love how they skipped they skipped around a bit and didnt make this the typical biographical piece. They didnt shy away from his faith, which is a big part of who Sting is today and even shocked me when they allowed him to mention working for TNA.
In addition, one of my favorite parts was watching Sting go through his old merchandise and wrestling gear. Looks like he kept just about anything and everything he could find that his likeness was used for. Thats very cool. I put the blu ray in last night and it was over before I even checked the clock to see what time it was. I was completely enamored. Highly recommended.
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Post by Mark Martin on Oct 14, 2015 17:03:35 GMT -5
It's one of my favorite documentaries the WWE has done. Everything from the WWE Headquarters stuff, him sitting down and watching/commenting on old iconic matches he had, a very detailed look into his background and break into the business. I just wish we would've got more Vince/Sting and HHH/Sting meeting time but I can understand why they didn't allow that for very long as i'm sure important business was discussed.
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Post by LA Times on Oct 14, 2015 18:06:12 GMT -5
Sounds good. I will probably buy a used copy off Amazon next month.
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Post by Deleted on Oct 14, 2015 18:25:11 GMT -5
I watched the 'First Look' on the Network last night and was quite impressed...will definitely pick it up at JB when I can...
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Post by Flair Forever on Oct 15, 2015 5:38:17 GMT -5
This is one of the first DVD's that I watched as soon as I got home, Sting has been a favorite of mine since the early 90's and I couldn't wait to see WWE's interpretation of his career!
I found this DVD to be yet another fresh perspective on the life & career of a superstar that I discovered I never really knew much about! I had no idea that he had gotten divorced.... and never knew he was getting re-married right around WrestleMania 31!
I highly recommend this Blu-Ray to anyone who enjoys Sting in the slightest.... you will learn a lot about the man.... and see his career from HIS point of view. We don't always get that from a WWE home video.
The Pros:
* Neat way they follow him around, not normally done on WWE videos. You feel like you're having a casual talk with Sting about his life & career. Very honest & intimate. It doesn't feel like an interview - it feels like a conversation.
* Behind-the-scenes: very cool to see Sting meeting with WWE executives, being "wined & dined" so to speak, discussing marketing of the character, digital media, etc. I agree with Showstopper - I loved watching Sting dig through his old colorful jackets & ring clothing, so many memories!
* Early footage: a lot of footage of Sting's early career here. I didn't know he tagged with Rick Steiner very early in his career.
* Blu-Ray extra features: behind the scenes at Sting's first WWE photo shoot, I found this very interesting;
* Extra feature - Sting VS. Stunning Steve Austin - cool "rare" match from WCW Saturday Night!
The Cons:
* Feels too short! The DVD ended and I totally wanted more.... it's about an hour & ten minutes or so....
* No vintage "WCW" Sting promos as extras.... I found the "extra features" to be a little limited - compared to other WWE releases. No classic promos.
* Match choices as special features - I wish they'd used more "rarities" - many of the PPV matches they chose as extras could be easily found on the WWE Network. I wish they'd used more rarely seen matches from WCW Saturday Night, WCW Worldwide, etc.
While I had a few minor issues, I still highly recommend this WWE Home Video! Put it on your Christmas list & spend an hour with "The Man Called Sting!"
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Post by Mr Wrestling Jr. on Oct 15, 2015 6:20:44 GMT -5
This is one of the first DVD's that I watched as soon as I got home, Sting has been a favorite of mine since the early 90's and I couldn't wait to see WWE's interpretation of his career! I found this DVD to be yet another fresh perspective on the life & career of a superstar that I discovered I never really knew much about! I had no idea that he had gotten divorced.... and never knew he was getting re-married right around WrestleMania 31! I highly recommend this Blu-Ray to anyone who enjoys Sting in the slightest.... you will learn a lot about the man.... and see his career from HIS point of view. We don't always get that from a WWE home video. The Pros: * Neat way they follow him around, not normally done on WWE videos. You feel like you're having a casual talk with Sting about his life & career. Very honest & intimate. * Behind-the-scenes: very cool to see Sting meeting with WWE executives, being "wined & dined" so to speak, discussing marketing of the character, digital media, etc. * Early footage: a lot of footage of Sting's early career here. I didn't know he tagged with Rick Steiner very early in his career. * Blu-Ray extra features: behind the scenes at Sting's first WWE photo shoot, I found this very interesting; * Extra feature - Sting VS. Stunning Steve Austin - cool "rare" match from WCW Saturday Night! The Cons: * Feels too short! The DVD ended and I totally wanted more.... it's about an hour & ten minutes or so.... * No vintage "WCW" Sting promos as extras.... I found the "extra features" to be a little limited - compared to other WWE releases. No classic promos. * Match choices as special features - I wish they'd used more "rarities" - many of the PPV matches they chose as extras could be easily found on the WWE Network. I wish they'd used more rarely seen matches from WCW Saturday Night, WCW Worldwide, etc. While I had a few minor issues, I still highly recommend this WWE Home Video! Put it on your Christmas list & spend an hour with "The Man Called Sting!" I was originally thinking this may be worth a watch. After reading, I know it's definitely worth a watch!
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Post by punksnotdead on Oct 15, 2015 7:59:05 GMT -5
I commented on this in the DVD thread. I absolutely loved it. Sting was genuine and so candid throughout the whole deal. I loved getting to watch his real life emotion when he was going back and watching some of his matches for the first time. There was so much continuity to his story too. Like he talks about Arnold inspiring him to be a body builder, which got him into wrestling, and then they show him shaking hands with Arnold after his match at Mania. Just amazing stuff. I would say it felt too short because I think he could have easily filled a full 2 hours, but the hour and 15 minutes we did get were absolutely perfect. So it's hard for me to complain in that regard. I loved him going through all the Sting merchandise he had kept over the years and the stories after the documentary was over were almost as good as the content that was included in the main feature. My absolute favorite part was Bischoff talking about Hogan not willing to do the job for Sting at Starrcade 97. Like what a complete mother er to not be able to put Sting over clean after they spent more than a year telling that story. It's my favorite angle of all time, largely because I vividly remember being glued to Nitro every week just waiting to see what would happen next, and to get so cheated on that match because Hogan couldn't do what was best for business was a giant slap in the face to Sting and the fans. The hilarious part is that Sting and Bischoff are both obviously friends with Hogan so they're being as nice as possible about it haha. I would have liked to see more in the way of specific feuds. I liked the Steiner and Luger stuff, a lot, and I would have liked to hear more from Goldberg, Booker T, Vampiro, DDP, maybe Sting getting into some of his Macho Man matches and specifically Spring Stampede 99. That was sort of the only drawback to not getting that extra 45 or so minutes that we got with some of the other sets. That match selection is solid but we got so many great matches and promos on the previous release that I had lower expectations for this go-round in that regard. The Luger/Sting vs Steiners match was phenomenal. Anyway, A+ from me. Just a great set and I'm really glad we got a doc style DVD for Sting.
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Post by Deleted on Oct 15, 2015 8:08:30 GMT -5
I'll probably pick one up at some point.
Might throw it on my Christmas list this year.
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Post by Himmy! on Oct 15, 2015 8:28:23 GMT -5
Really looking forward to seeing it! Shame it's only 70 minutes long though.
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Post by marino13 on Oct 15, 2015 9:00:42 GMT -5
I went to Walmart this morning after the gym and they didn't have it.
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Post by DestroyerOfNations on Oct 15, 2015 9:35:34 GMT -5
Sounds great and the Network preview really got me pumped for this. As soon as I see it at best buy I'll be picking it up.
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Post by Bandalero on Oct 15, 2015 13:12:42 GMT -5
I'm almost done disc 2 and as a Sting fan for basically 3 decades, I have to tell you all that I absolutely LOVE this Documentary. The style was perfect, Sting' such an honest, laid back kind of guy - he's frank about turning it on for the camera and switching it off when he has too.
Like many others said, I loved those moments in his farmhouse/shed where he goes through his old merchadise. It is amazing he's kept most everything and hasn't auctioned them off like his former tag partner used to do. And although we don't share the same faith, I have utmost respect for the guy to stick to what he believes in. He's not shoving it down anyones throat, and I can appreciate that. Very humble individual - so happy he was my childhood hero and still is today!
Can you imagine being Sting's sons growing up. He was a wrestler that actually made an effort to be home for his kids. wow.
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Post by Deleted on Oct 15, 2015 13:37:37 GMT -5
As a Sting fan of 26years I cannot wait to get this dvd. Comes out October 19th here, can't wait. Sounds really good from all the reviews here.
EDIT: I've just read the Tracklisting and the match with DDP on Nitro from 99 is on there!! I haven't seen that match is years, can't wait to watch it again.
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Post by kazoosandstreamers on Oct 15, 2015 13:59:09 GMT -5
I'm pumped to watch this bad boy.
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Post by King Bálor (CM)™ on Oct 15, 2015 15:55:17 GMT -5
This is one of the first DVD's that I watched as soon as I got home, Sting has been a favorite of mine since the early 90's and I couldn't wait to see WWE's interpretation of his career! I found this DVD to be yet another fresh perspective on the life & career of a superstar that I discovered I never really knew much about! I had no idea that he had gotten divorced.... and never knew he was getting re-married right around WrestleMania 31! I highly recommend this Blu-Ray to anyone who enjoys Sting in the slightest.... you will learn a lot about the man.... and see his career from HIS point of view. We don't always get that from a WWE home video. The Pros: * Neat way they follow him around, not normally done on WWE videos. You feel like you're having a casual talk with Sting about his life & career. Very honest & intimate. It doesn't feel like an interview - it feels like a conversation. * Behind-the-scenes: very cool to see Sting meeting with WWE executives, being "wined & dined" so to speak, discussing marketing of the character, digital media, etc. I agree with Showstopper - I loved watching Sting dig through his old colorful jackets & ring clothing, so many memories! * Early footage: a lot of footage of Sting's early career here. I didn't know he tagged with Rick Steiner very early in his career. * Blu-Ray extra features: behind the scenes at Sting's first WWE photo shoot, I found this very interesting; * Extra feature - Sting VS. Stunning Steve Austin - cool "rare" match from WCW Saturday Night! The Cons: * Feels too short! The DVD ended and I totally wanted more.... it's about an hour & ten minutes or so.... * No vintage "WCW" Sting promos as extras.... I found the "extra features" to be a little limited - compared to other WWE releases. No classic promos. * Match choices as special features - I wish they'd used more "rarities" - many of the PPV matches they chose as extras could be easily found on the WWE Network. I wish they'd used more rarely seen matches from WCW Saturday Night, WCW Worldwide, etc. While I had a few minor issues, I still highly recommend this WWE Home Video! Put it on your Christmas list & spend an hour with "The Man Called Sting!" I knew about Sting's divorce for several years. Its part of the reason why he moved. I knew he was dating, but didnt know he was engaged or got remarried. Good for him. I commented on this in the DVD thread. I absolutely loved it. Sting was genuine and so candid throughout the whole deal. I loved getting to watch his real life emotion when he was going back and watching some of his matches for the first time. There was so much continuity to his story too. Like he talks about Arnold inspiring him to be a body builder, which got him into wrestling, and then they show him shaking hands with Arnold after his match at Mania. Just amazing stuff. I would say it felt too short because I think he could have easily filled a full 2 hours, but the hour and 15 minutes we did get were absolutely perfect. So it's hard for me to complain in that regard. I loved him going through all the Sting merchandise he had kept over the years and the stories after the documentary was over were almost as good as the content that was included in the main feature. My absolute favorite part was Bischoff talking about Hogan not willing to do the job for Sting at Starrcade 97. Like what a complete mother er to not be able to put Sting over clean after they spent more than a year telling that story. It's my favorite angle of all time, largely because I vividly remember being glued to Nitro every week just waiting to see what would happen next, and to get so cheated on that match because Hogan couldn't do what was best for business was a giant slap in the face to Sting and the fans. The hilarious part is that Sting and Bischoff are both obviously friends with Hogan so they're being as nice as possible about it haha. I would have liked to see more in the way of specific feuds. I liked the Steiner and Luger stuff, a lot, and I would have liked to hear more from Goldberg, Booker T, Vampiro, DDP, maybe Sting getting into some of his Macho Man matches and specifically Spring Stampede 99. That was sort of the only drawback to not getting that extra 45 or so minutes that we got with some of the other sets. That match selection is solid but we got so many great matches and promos on the previous release that I had lower expectations for this go-round in that regard. The Luger/Sting vs Steiners match was phenomenal. Anyway, A+ from me. Just a great set and I'm really glad we got a doc style DVD for Sting. The Bischoff part WAS very interesting. I figured he would cover for Hogan and Sting would do what Sting does, be polite about everything. But Bischoff seemed protective of Hogan, yet honest. I NEVER expected him to say Hogan didnt want to do the job or even go into why. I figured he was going to say, this was the plan all along and Sting was well aware, etc. I remember watching Starcade 97 live and about died when I saw Hogan get the clean 3. I was cursing to high heavens saying I would never watch WCW again. 1 year build in one of the greatest stories ever told and this??!?!? I was still confused when Bret Hart came out. I saw it was a clean 3 and Hart is out there crying about someone being screwed. Technically, that person was about to be Hogan. LOL!
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Post by Flair Forever on Oct 15, 2015 16:12:17 GMT -5
This is one of the first DVD's that I watched as soon as I got home, Sting has been a favorite of mine since the early 90's and I couldn't wait to see WWE's interpretation of his career! Anyway, A+ from me. Just a great set and I'm really glad we got a doc style DVD for Sting. The Bischoff part WAS very interesting. I figured he would cover for Hogan and Sting would do what Sting does, be polite about everything. But Bischoff seemed protective of Hogan, yet honest. I NEVER expected him to say Hogan didnt want to do the job or even go into why. I figured he was going to say, this was the plan all along and Sting was well aware, etc. I remember watching Starcade 97 live and about died when I saw Hogan get the clean 3. I was cursing to high heavens saying I would never watch WCW again. 1 year build in one of the greatest stories ever told and this??!?!? I was still confused when Bret Hart came out. I saw it was a clean 3 and Hart is out there crying about someone being screwed. Technically, that person was about to be Hogan. LOL! Yea, when I was a younger wrestling fan (and a bit more naïve) I think I thought that the ref screwed up & didn't "count fast" like he was supposed to..... I forgot that this was another Hogan power play. Gosh, someone needs to publish a list of Hogan's wrestling crimes, I think I got swept up in the Hulkamania Revivals that I forgot about all the horrible things he used to do (and I don't mean the racism). I can't believe they built that feud for more than an ENTIRE YEAR and Hogan still refused to do the honors! What possible reason could he have had for not putting Sting over? Current WWE re-written "history" leads us to believe that the Hulk Hogan character had just gotten stale by 1995 - but those of us who remember those days know there were a LOT of other reasons that the fans were turning on Hogan...... And yea, I forgot about this - but another amazing part of this DVD is that discussion.
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Post by Deleted on Oct 15, 2015 16:14:26 GMT -5
I like Hogan a lot, but his personal choices really piss me off sometimes.
He's so ignorant to just how much damage he caused WCW.
I can't wait to get this DVD.
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Post by Deleted on Oct 15, 2015 18:02:59 GMT -5
I watched the 'First Look' on the Network last night and was quite impressed...will definitely pick it up at JB when I can... I also tuned into First Look for this one, thought it was ok and if I have some free time I'll watch when it comes to the Network. Don't know what I wasn't feeling about it but the documentary just didn't get going fast enough for me, and I love the Sting character so it was kind of a bummer ?
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Post by Deleted on Oct 15, 2015 18:19:26 GMT -5
I watched the 'First Look' on the Network last night and was quite impressed...will definitely pick it up at JB when I can... I also tuned into First Look for this one, thought it was ok and if I have some free time I'll watch when it comes to the Network. Don't know what I wasn't feeling about it but the documentary just didn't get going fast enough for me, and I love the Sting character so it was kind of a bummer ? Fair enough...I'm a big fan of Sting so this is a must for me.
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Post by PJ on Oct 15, 2015 18:26:53 GMT -5
I loved his story about the Sting bear.
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