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It's hard not to be excited when you have the chance to get such an inside
view on two people who have been involved with and responsible for so
much of professional wrestling and it's more noteworthy events in recent
years. So, step up to the table; Vince Russo and Ed Ferrara.
Sure, in the eyes of some; Russo and Ferrara are controversial - and they
probably do justify that tag. But during this interview, they come across
rather well; and extremely interesting. Shoot interviews, are usually
either one of three things - blatant lies, a mix of lies and truth, or
the truth. And it's usually up to you what parts you believe of what's
said during them. But one thing this is, is a very rare insight into a
world that has rarely been exposed prior to this dvd release.
So - I guess there are some people somewhere who might ask - Who ARE Vince
Russo and Ed Ferrara? .....
Vince Russo has had many jobs as such, running a video rental store, a
NYC based radio show devoted to wrestling in the early 1990's (which was
when yours truly had first heard of him), former journalist for the WWF/E's
magazines, and then writer and creative for WWF/E and WCW, then TNA; and
then to call it quits having decided to take the word of an even higher
power into his heart - the Lord himself, God.
Ed Ferrara used to mix writing sitcoms in LA, with a life as an independent
wrestler. When it came up in the late 1990's for him to write with Russo
in the WWF/E, he jumped at the chance; and when it came to WCW calling,
he went with him then also. Currently, after leaving TNA, he teaches television
and writing and producing workshops in and around Chicago.
In the respects of presentation, this dvd release is top class. Wade
Keller of PW Torch does a good job as the main interviewer, and adds a
nice professional touch to the project. A lot of wrestling promotions
and more could learn from the production values here in this. One nice
thing, is that it's not just one camera used; so the angles change and
you don't get stuck with that same view of the person speaking. Another
nice touch, is when insider terms or matches or incidents are quoted,
there will be a message at the bottom of the screen making reference to
it, or what it meant; for the newer or slightly more innocent viewer of
professional wrestling. And with enough content for three dvd's, you wouldn't
have expected bonus footage and material, but sure enough - there's enough
to make you happy, and more. In these respects, this dvd stands out above
the crowd.
As for the content? If I sat here, and told you everything that was said,
word for word, in this dvd release - why would you go and buy it? When
I review a match, I call the parts I liked and didn't - I won't call it
move for move - what's the point? And the same goes for this dvd in that
respect, but what I will say is that is MORE than enough tidbits of information,
more bits of 'gossip' and expose'; to keep even the person who believes
they know 'everything' about professional wrestling happy.
So, go and visit the guys at www.ultimateinsiders.com, tell them I sent
you - and get the dvd! I personally recommend it strongly, as very informative
and entertaining - well worth the money.
Peter Staniforth.
www.pswrestling.net
Peter is a UK based sports and music journalist, writing on such websites as www.pwbts.com, www.wrestlingdotcom.com, www.wrestlingclothesline.com, www.bgwwrestling.com, www.prowrestlingdaily.com, http://www.mikels.cjb.net, www.thesuplex.com, www.JimmyVan.com, www.kayfabememories.com, and the exclusive WWE writer and music reviewer for www.ukevents.net.
Peter has written for Bill Apter's "Total Wrestling" magazine, the well respected US based newsletter 'Wrestling Then And Now'; and also has written press releases for the UK's WWE Euro Shop merchandise company. He was also mentioned on the credits of the cult wrestling simulation game by Adam Ryland - EWR 4.0.
Peter does talent relations for UK and also various USA based indy promotions. If you are a wrestler either USA or UK based, and looking for more bookings; please contact Peter. This also applies to wrestling promotions in the USA or UK, if you're looking for independent workers; please contact for more details on wrestlers, prices and availability.
