Midweek Mention... Nacho Libre

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Welcome back to Bad Dads Film Review! Today, we're diving into the quirky and comedic world of Nacho Libre, a film that uniquely blends humour, wrestling, and a touch of heartfelt drama. Directed by Jared Hess and released in 2006, this film stars Jack Black as Ignacio (Nacho), a cook at a Mexican monastery who dreams of becoming a professional wrestler.

Nacho Libre follows Ignacio, a monastery cook who has loved wrestling since he was a child, despite it being frowned upon by the monastery. To support the orphanage where he works and to fulfil his dream, Ignacio decides to become a luchador (wrestler) and dons a mask to keep his identity secret. He adopts the wrestling name "Nacho" to compete for money.

Nacho teams up with a skinny thief named Esqueleto (Héctor Jiménez), and together, they embark on a journey full of humorous and often painful wrestling matches. As Nacho balances his secret life as a luchador with his duties as a cook and a monk, he struggles with his feelings of inadequacy and his desire to help the orphans. The film is packed with slapstick humour, quirky characters, and moments that are both absurd and touching.

Nacho Libre explores themes of identity and the pursuit of dreams. Nacho’s journey is a comedic yet poignant look at how he tries to reconcile his responsibilities with his passions. The film poses questions about authenticity, as Nacho must hide his true self to pursue his dreams, leading to humorous yet insightful dilemmas.

Nacho Libre is great for a family movie night with older children who can appreciate its slapstick humor and unique storyline. It’s a film that offers laughter and a gentle message about following your dreams, no matter how unconventional they may be.

So, pull up a chair, maybe grab some nachos, and join us as we delve into the hilarious and heartfelt world of Nacho Libre. Whether you’re a wrestling fan or just in it for the laughs, there’s plenty to enjoy in this quirky comedy. 🎬🤼‍♂️👨‍👧‍👦🍿

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