Zac Efron is a very charismatic celebrity. And I’ve enjoyed his work in movies like “Neighbors,” “The Greatest Showman” and “17 Again.” But I’d never have labeled him an actor capable of an Oscar-caliber performance. I just didn't believe he had that sort of role in him. That was until I saw “The Iron Claw.”

This 2023 biographical drama movie tells the story of the Von Erich family of wrestlers and the supposed “Von Erich curse” that follows them, resulting in heart-wrenching tragedy. This criminally underseen movie has just arrived on Prime Video, and it’s a must-watch. Even for a non-wrestling watcher like myself, it was a biopic that had me completely under its spell.

Efron’s performance is captivating, and I’m still frustrated he didn’t at least get an Oscar nomination. His performan

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