Sting Reflects on Not Watching ‘The Crow’ Completely – Sky Bulletin
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Famed wrestler Sting confesses to never having viewed the entire movie The Crow.
Known for his iconic makeup, Sting has often been associated with the character from The Crow, even earning the nickname “Crow Sting” from his followers. Despite this, he shared with “Doc” Chris Mueller of Bleacher Report that he hasn’t watched the film in one full sitting.
While acknowledging the film’s influence after fans connected his appearance to it, Sting recalls his other inspirations. “I have been influenced by many, ranging from the band Kiss to Rocky Horror Picture Show, all of which played a role when I was developing this Crow character,” Sting explained. However, the movie itself was not a conscious part of that development.
Regarding his in-ring career, Sting is approaching what is being billed as his retirement match at AEW Revolution, teaming up with Darby Allin against The Young Bucks for the AEW World Tag team Championship.
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Sting’s Other Influences and Inspirations
In his conversation, Sting delved deeper into his other influences while crafting his in-ring persona. Despite the clear correlation between his look and the character from The Crow, his inspirations were more about the general vibe from various pop culture sources rather than an individual character. He cited the sense of theatricality and drama found in performances by Kiss and the campy aesthetic of the Rocky Horror Picture Show, along with the dark mystique of Batman.
He noted the peculiarity of not considering The Crow a more significant influence, given his appearance’s similarity to the character but reiterated it was not at the forefront of his mind.
FAQ Section
- Has Sting ever seen ‘The Crow’?
Sting has seen parts of ‘The Crow’ but has not watched the entire movie from beginning to end in a single viewing. - What were some of Sting’s main influences for his in-ring character?
Sting mentioned the band Kiss, Rocky Horror Picture Show, and Batman as major influences on his “Crow” character in wrestling. - Is Sting’s wrestling persona directly influenced by ‘The Crow’ movie?
While there are similarities and fans have drawn comparisons, Sting did not consciously model his character after ‘The Crow’. The association came to be more from fan interpretations and the character’s resultant nickname. - What event will feature Sting’s retirement match?
Sting is set to compete in what is being billed as his retirement match at AEW Revolution, teaming with Darby Allin against The Young Bucks.
Conclusion
Even though Sting’s wrestling character is synonymous with the striking visuals of The Crow, interestingly enough, the wrestler himself hasn’t dedicated time to watch the cult classic in its entirety. His other inspirations, which include Kiss, the dynamic aesthetic of Rocky Horror Picture Show, and the enigmatic allure of Batman, have played a more prominent role in his character development. As Sting prepares for his final bow in the wrestling ring at AEW Revolution, his legacy remains not just in his storied career but in the unforgettable persona that bridged the worlds of cinema and professional wrestling in the eyes of his fans.
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