'The Wrestler' wins Venice, buyers circle in Toronto
Well before "The Wrestler's" win in Venice today, buyers have lined up in Toronto, eagerly hoping to get a foot in the door before Darren Aronofsky's film unspools tommorow.
The film's seller, CAA, says they won't be doing anything until after the film screens.
Here's Todd McCarthy's rave:
Talk about comebacks. After many years in the wilderness and being considered MIA professionally, Mickey Rourke, just like the washed-up character he plays, attempts a return to the big show in "The Wrestler." Not only does he pull it off, but Rourke creates a galvanizing, humorous, deeply moving portrait that instantly takes its place among the great, iconic screen performances. An elemental story simply and brilliantly told, Darren Aronofsky's fourth feature is a winner from every possible angle.
Michael Jones is the film festival editor at Variety.com. 
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