As a long-time fan of professional wrestling and someone who has followed Vince McMahon‘s career with a keen interest, I can’t help but feel somewhat underwhelmed by the Netflix documentary, “Mr. McMahon.” While it does provide an entertaining glimpse into the world of WWE during its most turbulent and transformative periods, it falls short in delivering on its promise to offer a deep dive into McMahon’s life.
A documentary that promised a deep dive into the life of former WWE head Vince McMahon has done anything but, according to his accuser Janel Grant, who doesn’t appear in the series. Netflix’s documentary, Mr. McMahon, goes into McMahon’s high-profile steroid trial, claims of sexual assault by WWE executives that led to three firings, and the infamous Montreal Screwjob that ended with him being punched in the face by wrestler Bret Hart, but there might be even more to the story.
Following the airing of the documentary, Ann Callis, Grant’s attorney, issued a statement to The Wrap, stating that the documentary merely touches upon the surface of Grant’s actions. Moreover, she expressed her desire for Grant to have the opportunity to share his own story at some point. Lastly, she voiced her anticipation for the time when McMahon will be held responsible for his actions.
The ‘Mr. McMahon’ documentary reveals that Vince McMahon’s on-screen character and his genuine self are indistinguishable, as they are essentially the same person. His television persona, marked by explosive temper, questionable sexual behavior, and manipulation, mirrors the authentic Vince McMahon, as portrayed by Janel Grant during her years at WWE behind closed doors.
In none of the interviews does he address the fresh accusations that triggered his departure from the company, which include sexual assault and human trafficking allegations made against him by Janel Grant and ex-WWE executive John Laurinaitis. It’s worth noting that McMahon stopped his interview when these new claims surfaced, as mentioned in a disclaimer at the start of the documentary.
Although the documentary series clearly showcased McMahon’s fixation with power and authority, it merely hints at the extent of his criminal actions. Regrettably, it doesn’t delve deep enough to recount the entire tale of his abuse, sexual misconduct, and alleged human trafficking involving Ms. Grant.
McMahon Calls the Documentary Misleading
In the documentary, Vince McMahon suggests that it doesn’t fully capture the genuine him, but rather combines his on-screen character with who he truly is. He advises viewers to maintain an open perspective.
“I don’t regret participating in this Netflix documentary,” he said
in a statement
. “The producers had an opportunity to tell an objective story about my life and the incredible business I built, which were equally filled with excitement, drama, fun, and a fair amount of controversy and life lessons. Unfortunately, based on an early partial cut I’ve seen, this doc falls short and takes the predictable path of conflating the “Mr. McMahon” character with my true self, Vince.”
Although primarily focusing on McMahon himself, the documentary serves as an engaging tutorial on wrestling, covering topics like Hulkamania, the Monday Night Wars between WCW and WWF, and the start of the Attitude Era, where the McMahon character emerged. It’s a valuable resource for those wanting to delve deeper into some of wrestling history’s most iconic moments. While it doesn’t touch on the Grant accusations, it sheds light on events both within and beyond the ring that many average wrestling fans might not have been previously aware of.
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2024-09-26 18:31