Little Lucha and The Big Deal is Finally Streaming for that Front Row Experience!

An underdog wrestling tale steps into the spotlight as Little Lucha and The Big Deal begins streaming online. Blending 80s ring theatrics with heartfelt indie storytelling, the short celebrates creative struggle, partnership, and the fight to keep a dream alive.

Little Lucha and the Big Deal FacesFilmmakers Scarlet Moreno and Josh Stifter are stepping back into the ring as their short film, Little Lucha and the Big Deal, is finally available online. My review can be read here, and it’s a fun nostalgic romp to acknowledge the years when wrestling was more than an escape. It’s a way to recognize what goes on behind the ring. This short film that has lots of hear is now streaming exclusively on GeekTyrant.com (and Vimeo). We also have it linked to watch from the comfort of this post too.

Co-directed by and starring this duo, the short is a larger-than-life love letter to 80s era professional wrestling. The story follows aspiring superstar Little Lucha and his partner The Big Deal, two underdog performers chasing glory inside the ring while wrestling with the realities of life beyond the ropes. It’s a tale built on body slams, big dreams, and the emotional toll that comes with refusing to quit.

“Little Lucha and The Big Deal is one of the most heartfelt films I’ve been a part of creating,” said Moreno. “It’s got an ‘art mirrors life’ aspect for me as it’s a story of two people, nearly at the end of their ropes, doing everything in their power to make a dream come true. And what artist or creative doesn’t know that feeling?”

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How Little Lucha and the Big Deal Faces Their Future is Hilarious!

Just what can we expect from Little Lucha and the Big Deal is that they have a lot of unload as they examine their lives in the world of sports entertainment.

Little Lucha and the Big Deal Faces
Playing at the Regal Cinema LA LIVE; 1000 W Olympic Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90015

LA SHORTS INTERNATIONAL
FILM FESTIVAL 2024
July 25, 2024 @ 5:30pm

Little Lucha and the Big Deal has an amazing Canadian connection, and the song used is quite apt. Gordon Lightfoot‘s “If You Could Read My Mind” hits home to explain why one female wrestler doesn’t believe she’s on top of her game. This cover by Phoenix & The Dream still hits home regarding why this protagonist, known as The Big Deal (Scarlet Moreno), doesn’t feel on top of her game anymore.

In the world of wrestling, especially in Lucha Libre, the theatrics are important. Some wear masks to hide who they are, and others don’t. Sometimes what isn’t visible (especially when a disguise is used) is the emotional toll these athletes face; and what’s explored in this short film that also considers the problems wrestling has. Sometimes there’s gender politics, and who is allowed to have top billing in a show. Big Deal has a lot to grieve about. And to dump her feeling on her partner, Little Lutcha (Josh Stifter) makes for some hilarious dramatic moments.

When this tale is set in the early 80s, I’m reminded of those “back when I was young” segments on NBC’s comedy series, Young Rock. We get to view wrestling as it was intended and learn about why these people continue to fight for the entertainment of others. With this presentation, I feel very meditative about why I love those past talents like The Big Show, Hulk Hogan and Sgt Slaughter.

I enjoyed that era because wrestling was on a small stage and had fewer theatrics. As this sport turned into more of a soap opera and had to be larger than life, some people continue to watch and others stop.Moreno and Stifter want to honour what we recognise from the vintage era and I feel what they brought to life by writing and directing this work too says everything about their love for this sports entertainment medium–and that’s to pump out the adrenaline!

4 Stars out of 5

Little Lucha and the Big Deal Trailer