Cast
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John Cena
as John Cena
Phil Brooks
as CM Punk
Randy Orton
as Randy Orton
Jason Reso
as Christian
Alberto Rodriguez
as Alberto Del Rio
Óscar Gutiérrez
as Rey Mysterio
Mike Mizanin
as The Miz
Ron Killings
as R-Truth
Donald Hager Jr.
as Jack Swagger
Kofi Sarkodie-Mensah
as Kofi Kingston
Kevin Kiley Jr.
as Alex Riley
Matthew Joseph Korklan
as Evan Bourne
Bryan Danielson
as Daniel Bryan
Stephen Farrelly
as Sheamus
Glenn Jacobs
as Kane
Crew
Director
- Kevin Dunn
Producer
- Vince McMahon
Reviews
Thirdmango
Money in the Bank 2011
One of my favorite PPVs of all time, and so I decided to give it a go tonight.
Smackdown Money in the Bank - 4.5 stars
Sin Cara vs. Wade Barrett vs. Justin Gabriel vs. Cody Rhodes vs. Heath Slater vs. Daniel Bryan vs. Kane vs. Sheamus
I can't tell which Sin Cara this is. I like the current one more than the first one. Sin Cara and DB do an awesome flip move, that was epic. Sin Cara through the ladder is sickening. The way his arm is shaking afterward is terrible. There is a Slater moment that didn't work, luckily Kane was there as a backup to catch him when it didn't work. Justin's 450 splash is so precarious, I'm glad he hit it. Daniel sitting on top looks so scary, it looks like he's gonna get hit with something big. The crowd goes nuts for Bryan and I remember I did too. Such a good end. Not the best money ladder match, but still really good.
Brie Bella vs. Kelly Kelly - 2 stars
I forgot Kelly Kelly existed. Brie is doing a pretty good job and Kelly is botching a couple spots, good thing she's champion. All she has to do is hit a weird Fame-ass-er to win.
Big Show vs. Mark Henry - 3 stars
I didn't realize these two already started their feud here. They would continue it for a while. This is a mostly boring match which has a good ending. Oh now after the match I do remember this, this is what sets up their feud later in the year cause he uses the chair on his leg. I think he's legit hurt after that. Ow, that would hurt so bad. I don't think they realized how much that would actually hurt.
Raw Money in the Bank - 5 stars
Alberto Del Rio vs. Kofi Kingston vs. Jack Swagger vs. Evan Bourne vs. R-Truth vs. Alex Riley vs. The Miz vs. Rey Mysterio
Evan Bourne from the top of the ladder is the bump of the night so far. I love Michael Cole's commentary with his love fest for the miz. Oh man, having everyone up top is great. That Swagger fall was sick cause of how it was clearly not intended that way. Oh man that Miz almost getting it is great. This match is a little better than the first cause of all the so close moments. Del Rio taking the mask off of Mysterio is great. While I like Daniel Bryan with the briefcase more, this match was better than the first.
Randy Orton vs. Christian - 5 stars
World Heavyweight Championship if Randy gets DQed he loses the title
Man, these two put on amazing matches. I'm super impressed at the both of them. The crowd is really into this one. Oh man, they really put on a hell of a match and the end is amazing with Christian spitting in Randy's face to make him go nuts. That is an amazing way to win the championship. I love it. Of course not letting him celebrate also makes sense. Keep Randy crazy. Great match and great story. Oh man, this after match story is great. Hitting the second RKO on the table is great. Just watching that makes me want to watch all their feud, it's so delicious. Pure genius story telling.
John Cena vs. CM Punk - 5 stars (10 stars if I could vote that high. One of my favorite matches of all time.)
WWE Championship. If CM Punk wins he quits the company with the championship.
The lead up to this match is one of the most epic lead ups ever. The pipe bomb promo is so good. CM Punk was on his absolute game at this point. Having this in Chicago makes this match. The crowd is so behind Punk it's amazing. Oh man this crowd is so good. It was right of them to just let it go on for a while and man those boos for Cena are epic. This match is so hyped. Having Colt Cabana ring side is great. Punk is sitting with him, it's so good. Oh man I love this build up. The announcers are talking about the Montreal Screw Job, which is good to get into the audience's head. It's hard to write during this cause the whole match is so epic. These two are so good together. They've hit the 30 minute mark. Man these two are insane. McMahon trying to screw job and Cena saying no, I love that. "Oh my God," says Cole. CM Punk wins. Oh man. The crowd goes nuts. "Gimme Alberto out here," says Vince. CM Punk kicks out Alberto. Great stuff. Here's the moment him blowing the kiss and walking into the crowd. Oh man. Him holding the title in the fans with Vince looking sad. Oh man. That is why this PPV was the best. One of the best in years. Easily in my top three of all time. All those matches are just epic.
Jul 25, 2016
Thematic Analysis
This high-octane Action film balances spectacular sequences with character-driven moments. Unlike many films in the genre, WWE Money in the Bank 2011 distinguishes itself through its exceptional pacing and meaningful stakes for its protagonists.
Director Kevin Dunn brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to pacing and visual storytelling creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 2011, the film exists within a cultural context that continues to evolve with our understanding of its themes. Its critical acclaim reflects its artistic achievements and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of WWE Money in the Bank 2011 took approximately 34 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 180 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 233 minutes long.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 3 weeks before filming began.
- The film contains approximately 1177 individual shots.
- The director insisted on using practical effects whenever possible, reserving CGI for only the most necessary scenes.
Historical Context
- In 2011, when this film is released:
- Climate change awareness was becoming a central global concern.
- Political polarization was intensifying in many countries.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
While WWE Money in the Bank 2011 shares thematic elements with other films in its genre, it distinguishes itself through its unique approach to storytelling, visual style, and character development.
Unlike M-X-S - Movie Night Of Extreme Sports, which focuses more on action than character development, WWE Money in the Bank 2011 subverts genre expectations by exploring its themes with greater nuance.
While films like Kickboxer 2: The Road Back and Bloodsport II explore similar territory, WWE Money in the Bank 2011 stands apart through its distinctive directorial vision and pacing.
This film's unique contribution to cinema lies in its thoughtful balance of entertainment value and thematic depth, making it a valuable addition to its genre.
Details
- Release Date: July 17, 2011
- Runtime: 3h
