La Lucha Invade el Cine Mexicano

This documentary explores the history of Lucha libre within Mexican culture. It examines the transition of professional wrestling from its origins in fairs and circuses into a recognized genre of cinema.

The film was directed by Jonathan Rodrigues, who also served as a producer and co-writer alongside Coffin Souza. Within the director's chronological body of work, this project follows A Inteligência Artificial Contra a Estupidez Natural na Oficina do Diabo and Edmisio, que foi para São Paulo atrás do dinheiro que o vento leva. Produced by Batata Filmes in Brazil, the production features a credited cast of 39 people. Luciano de Miranda provides the narration, while archive footage features El Santo, Blue Demon, and Mil Máscaras. The cast also includes Tinieblas as Tinieblas el Gigante and Tonina Jackson. The short film has a runtime of 28 minutes and was released on March 28, 2024.