Meet Luna Mágica—single mom and
lucha libre superstar. In a sport dominated by men, Luna struggles to take care of her family while also pursuing her dream of becoming a world wrestling champion. In
Luchadora, director River Finlay explores the fascinating culture of professional Mexican wrestling through one of the sport’s few female competitors.
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