Understanding Critiques in Professional Wrestling

Mike Quackenbush discusses the critique 'playing pro wrestler' from veteran wrestlers, explaining it can mean missing key aspects, not fully inhabiting a character, or failing to maintain the illusion of conflict. He emphasizes the subjective nature of such critiques and offers guidance on improving wrestling performance. The video concludes with a call to engage with the channel.

What is the main topic discussed in the video?

• The best wrestling moves

• The meaning of 'playing pro wrestler' critique

• How to critique a professional wrestler

• The history of professional wrestling

What might a veteran wrestler mean if they say you are 'playing pro wrestler'?

• You are too aggressive in the ring

• You lack an essential aspect of being a professional wrestler

• You are not following the rules

• You are not taking the sport seriously

What is an example of an indispensable aspect a veteran might value?

• Wearing colorful costumes

• Having a loud voice

• Being able to jump high

• Having a great cosmetic physique

Why is the critique 'playing pro wrestler' considered subjective?

• It is based on the rules of wrestling

• It is a universal standard

• It is based on personal opinions and values

• It is a scientific assessment

What does it mean to fully inhabit your character in wrestling?

• To follow the script exactly

• To win every match

• To act and speak in a way that is true to your character

• To wear the right costume

What should you focus on to ensure you fully inhabit your character?

• Your strength and stamina

• Your diet and exercise routine

• Your costume and makeup

• Your vocalizations, body language, and facial expressions

What might indicate that you are not maintaining the illusion of conflict?

• You are too quiet in the ring

• Your moves look inauthentic and bogus

• Your moves look too realistic

• You are too aggressive

What is necessary for the work in the ring to look realistic?

• It must be flashy and exaggerated

• It must be loud and aggressive

• It must be slow and deliberate

• It must be tight, precise, and realistic

What might happen if the illusion of conflict is not maintained?

• The match will be more intense

• The match will look like two kids play wrestling

• The audience will be more entertained

• The match will be longer

What does the speaker encourage viewers to do at the end of the video?

• Join a wrestling school

• Buy wrestling merchandise

• Subscribe to the channel

• Watch more wrestling matches