Okay, so I’ve been a huge Cody Rhodes fan ever since he returned to WWE. When I saw they were releasing a DVD called “American Nightmare: Becoming Cody Rhodes,” I knew I had to get my hands on it. I’m a sucker for these behind-the-scenes wrestling documentaries.
First, I hopped online to find it. After searching a few places, bingo! I managed to snag a copy.
The Waiting Game
The anticipation was killing me! I tracked the shipping like a hawk. It felt like forever, but finally, that glorious package arrived on my doorstep.
Unboxing and First Impressions
Ripped that bad boy open! The DVD cover looked awesome, with Cody front and center. Popped it in my player and the menu screen fired up. So far, so good!
Diving into the Documentary
I watched the whole thing in one sitting. It’s got everything – his early days, his first WWE run, leaving, creating AEW, and then the big return at WrestleMania. It’s a real rollercoaster of emotions.
- The Early Years: It was cool to see footage of Cody as a kid, following in his dad Dusty’s footsteps. You could see the passion even then.
- Stardust and Leaving WWE: Man, that Stardust gimmick… It was interesting to hear Cody’s perspective on that whole period and why he ultimately decided to bet on himself.
- Building an Empire: The AEW stuff was fascinating. Seeing how he helped create a whole new wrestling promotion from scratch was pretty inspiring.
- The Return: Goosebumps! Hearing the crowd reaction when he came back at WrestleMania was insane. The documentary really captures the emotion of that moment.
- Behind the Scenes: I loved the interviews with his wife, Brandi, and other wrestlers. It gave a really personal look at Cody’s journey.
The editing is pretty slick, good quility,and the story flows well. It’s not just wrestling action; it’s a story about family, legacy, and chasing your dreams, even when things get tough. The extra features also perfect.
Final Thoughts
Totally worth it! If you’re a wrestling fan, especially a Cody Rhodes fan, you gotta check this DVD out. It’s a great watch and gives you a whole new appreciation for his journey.
