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From the wrestling ring to the silver screen, Matt Cardona is expanding his horizons by venturing into indie cinema.
Cardona, known in the wrestling realm as the Death Match King, has made a prominent name for himself on the independent wrestling circuit post his 2020 WWE departure. His wrestling career, which included a somewhat lackluster span with AEW, eventually led him to capture titles in both GCW and NWA. These achievements have accordingly bestowed upon him the title of “King of the Indies”.
His rise in the indie wrestling world caught the eye of director Harry Kolmer. With the upcoming spaghetti western Down the Long River, Kolmer, who will also be making his directorial debut, has enlisted Matt Cardona for a key role in the project.
The news of Cardona’s casting was shared by the wrestler-turned-actor himself on Twitter with a poster of the movie, marking his maiden venture into the film industry. The film’s production team hailed Cardona for his charismatic presence and his loyal fan following, which they believe will greatly benefit the movie.
The team behind Down the Long River has chosen a crowdfunding route to finance the film, aiming to reinvigorate the spaghetti western via an Indiegogo campaign. They are pursuing a goal of $30,000 to bring this film to fruition.
Here is a brief synopsis of the film as described by the Indiegogo campaign:
“At the dusk of the Civil War, intersecting paths of a former Army surgeon, an infamous gang, and a deceptive Pinkerton detective converge in an overlooked river town. Motivated by vengeance and greed for buried gold, the small town soon becomes ensnared in a turmoil of conflict.”
As of the current status, Down the Long River has secured $3074 from 84 contributors, still with a significant financial journey ahead and only 29 days remaining to meet its goal.
Matt Cardona Aspires for Another NWA World Heavyweight Championship Run
Last year, an injury led Cardona to forfeit his NWA World Heavyweight Championship title. Reflecting on his time as champion with a sense of unfinished business, he expressed his desire for another title opportunity during a conversation with the Battleground Podcast.
“I would definitely love to sink my teeth into that title one more time, to carry that title across the globe again,” said Cardona. He reminisced about his dedication to the title, going as far as to bring it along on his honeymoon. Relinquishing the title due to injury was a bitter experience for him. While acknowledging EC3’s victory, he emphasized his eagerness for a rematch with the current champion EC3 to definitively determine the superior competitor.
FAQ Section
Who is Matt Cardona?
Matt Cardona is an independent wrestling star, known for his achievements in promotions like GCW and NWA. He previously worked under WWE and briefly with AEW.
What is the movie ‘Down The Long River’ about?
‘Down The Long River’ is a spaghetti western that revolves around the post-Civil War era and follows the interconnected lives of a former Army surgeon, a criminal gang, and a crafty Pinkerton detective in a conflict over vengeance and gold.
How can I support the film ‘Down The Long River’?
Supporters can contribute to the film’s crowdfunding campaign on Indiegogo, which aims to raise $30,000 for the film’s production.
What title does Matt Cardona aspire to regain in his wrestling career?
Matt Cardona expressed his interest in having another run with the NWA World Heavyweight Championship, a title which he had to vacate due to an injury.
Conclusion
In transitioning from the wrestling ring to the film set, Matt Cardona takes on a new challenge in his career by securing a pivotal role in the indie film ‘Down The Long River.’ His foray into acting is met with enthusiasm from both the wrestling and film communities alike. While ‘Down The Long River’ strides toward its crowdfunding goal, Cardona also eyes a return to wrestling glory with ambitions of reclaiming the NWA World Heavyweight Championship. With a widely supportive fanbase and a passion for success in multiple arenas, Matt Cardona’s journey will be one to watch in both cinema and sports entertainment.