Watch the Lights

Story

Synopsis

Directed by North East filmmaker Alex Ayre, this gripping behind-the-scenes journey follows NORTH Wrestling through the summer of 2023, leading up to its most ambitious event yet—Thunderstruck. Equal parts thrilling, humorous, and heartfelt, the film showcases the passion and dedication that go into staging a professional wrestling event. "Watch The Lights" has cemented itself as a standout celebration of independent wrestling and filmmaking, earning a Royal Television Society Regional Award nomination. The Film Magazine hails it as "...a must-watch documentary." For newcomers, it offers a fascinating introduction to the artistry of wrestling, while die-hard fans will gain deeper insight into the NORTH Wrestling community—both in and out of the ring.

Director

Alex Ayre

Language

English

Country

United Kingdom

Release date

5 May 2024

Ensemble

Cast

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  Leon Slater

  Self

• Liam Slater

  Self

• Andrew Bowers

  Self

• Rory Coyle

  Self

• Tom Campbell

  Self

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  LeeAnn Adele Austin

  Self

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  Oliver Biney

  Self

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  Tasman Bartlett-Masina

  Self

• Dereiss Gordon

  Self

• HT Drake

  Self

• Effy

  Self

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  Lizzy Evans

  Self