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Mickey Rourke Is a Real Winner

by Celebuzz on Sep. 8, 2008 01:39 PM / 2 Comments

While it's uncertain how frequently Mickey Rourke showers himself, the critics have been showering him with praise at the Venice Film Festival, according to Variety.

Critics also suggested that Rourke himself would have received the Coppa Volpi award for acting, if not for festival rules prohibiting the Golden Lion winner from also picking up acting awards.

"We need to thank Mickey Rourke for opening up his heart and soul for the camera and reminding the world what a great talent he is," Wrestler director Darren Aronofsky announced during his acceptance speech.

"Thank you for inviting us to the dance," Rourke told the audience.

Congratulations, Mickey! Presumably you'll be celebrating by hitting up another kind of dance entirely.

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“Evan Rachel Wood was glorious in a wonderfully deconstructed two-toned Lanvin dress at the photocall for her new movie, The Wrestler, at the Piazzale del Casino during the 2008 Venice Film Festival on Friday in Venice, Italy.

The 20-year-old actress plays estranged daughter Stephanie to Randy "Ram" Robinson (Mickey Rourke), a retired professional wrestler.”

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ngativcreep 1 yr 2 mos ago
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He's the comeback kid and tends to reinvent himself every few years. He may be a screw-up, but he's a damn good actor.
hispanicatthedisco 1 yr 2 mos ago
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Why does Mickey Rourke always look so damn fine. He drives me crazy!