WWE No Way Out 2003
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Movie Reviews of WWE No Way Out 2003
Movie Review: The Return Of Austin 3:16, The Rock, and Hollywood Hogan In The Same Night
Summary: 4 Stars
For the first time since Survivor Series '97, WWE returned to PPV in Montreal, Quebec, Canada with it's last stop before WrestleMania XIX for No Way Out...and you can bet your money that someone is going to get "screwed" before the night is over.
Jeff Hardy vs. Chris Jericho - It was originally suppost to be Test but Hardy replaced him less than a week before the event. This was actually Jeff Hardy's last WWE PPV event & this match had Jeff actually putting in a good effort against Jericho who had the canadian crowd on his side. Good opener but the real highlight was the aftermath involving Shawn Michaels & the crowd reaction to HBK coming down to ringside. Boy, these canadian fans don't forget anything...even if it's over 5 years later.
World Tag Team Champions Lance Storm & William Regal vs. Kane & RVD - This match looks mismatched on paper with all the different styles between the four men involved but actually came off pretty well. The ending was a little cheap (Kane gets his masked twisted around) but it didn't take away from an above average match.
Crusierweight Champion Billy Kidman vs. Matt Hardy - Taking away the funny storyline of Hardy losing weight to qualify for the title match...the match was fast paced & not boring without it being a spotfest as Matt Hardy won the Crusierweight title.
Undertaker vs. Big Show - Anyone who says this match is boring is probably just not a fan of a "big man vs. big man" match as they actually had a good match with Undertaker pulling out some new moves that you would see in mixed martial arts federations like UFC. Big Show held his own here as a monster as well.
Brock Lesnar & Chris Benoit vs. Team Angle - WWE knew that Edge wasn't going to be able to wrestler in this match but they went ahead & advertised it anyway but had someone take out Edge backstage (and we still don't know who did it to this day) making this a handicap match. A great match here with all five participants as it build up the tease of what to expect from Angle/Brock WM main event even more. This is mostly highlighted as the match that started to give Kurt Angle neck problems as you see during one point where Brock drops Angle on the top turnbuckle & Kurt went down for over a minute. Nobody in this match missed a beat eventhough Edge couldn't participate.
World Champion Triple H vs. Scott Steiner - Boy, the crowd gave this match the most heat of the night. First, they were booing Steiner & then eventually turned on the match itself. It was better than their match the month before at the Rumble only because it didn't go as long but this match was just to further establish Triple H's group of Evolution as they cost Steiner the belt in the end.
Stone Cold Steve Austin vs. Eric Bischoff - You've heard Austin say that he's gonna open up a can of whoop-ass plenty of times...but here's what he means when say that. Austin completely destroyed Bischoff with Jim Ross (who was injured by Bischoff the week earlier on RAW) on commentary yelling non-stop. And Austin gave Bischoff stunner after stunner. The Rattlesnake was back!
Hollywood Hogan vs. The Rock - This is a match for those to watch that says The Rock is a horrible wrestler because The Rock carried this match as Hogan didn't do much as he did limited moves to offset The Rock's offense & get the crowd to pop. This match just like the previous Triple H/Steiner match was just a backdrop to further develop a storyline in which Mr. McMahon ended up using a referee to screw the hero (Hogan) out of a victory in Montreal, Canada...sounds like deja vu doesn't it? Overall, this was an entertaining match thanks The Rock's efforts but if your expecting the same type of match they had a WrestleMania then don't get your hopes up.
Overall, there really wasn't a bad match on this card as all the matches on here were solid & none were below average. I recommend.
Movie Review: No Way Out 2003
Summary: 4 Stars
Here's my review of the WWE's most recent Pay-Per-View, No Way Out. And now, the matches and my rating out of 5 *****Chris Jericho v.s. Jeff Hardy
A pretty predictable match, but it turned out to be a really good opener to quite a show. Jeff and Jericho have many great spots during the match, and HBK even makes an appearance. ***1/2
World Tag Team Title: William Regal, Lance Storm v.s. Kane, RVD
A very predictable match as it was a match sorta put together at the last minute on RAW. Match was okay, but the ending really stunk. **3/4
Cruiserweight Title: Matt Hardy v.s. Billy Kidman
Yet another predictable, not-so-great match. Sorry, but Matt Hardy just isn't quite a cruiserweight so this match was pretty basic and didn't even resemble a cruiserweight match. Oh well I guess. **
Undertaker v.s. Big Show
This match is almost all Big Show so it moves really slow. This match also made Undertaker look like a real weakling (which he's not!) when he was trying to pick up Show so many times and he couldn't. A cool spot was when 'Taker did his unbelievable no-hands swan dive over the top rope onto A-Train (ugh) on the outside. Match was about *3/4 because of Show's slow offense.
Brock Lesnar, Chris Benoit v.s. Kurt Angle, Team Angle
Edge was supposed to be in this match but was taken out prior to it (because he needs neck surgery) so this ended up being a handicap match. In my opinion, WWE really needs to can this whole Team Angle thing with Charlie Haas and Shelton Benjamin. Too many reasons to follow that statement. Anyway, the match wasn't too bad, some pretty nice moves though when Angle and Lesnar get in there it becomes so dull as Angle applys a rear-chin lock (which the announcers seem to think is a choke hold ((jeez))the whole time on Brock for at least FIVE MINUTES! AAAHHHH! Anyway- **3/4
World Title: HHH v.s. Scott Steiner
Not too much of a match. Scott is a little slow and HHH was still kinda injured. Here's another angle that needs to be canned: The Evolution. Pretty much a recycled D-Generation X but not nearly as cool. Match was about **1/2
Steve Austin v.s. Eric Bischoff
STONE COLD RETURNS!! Oh, sorry, it was an exciting moment! Even though the match is only about six minutes long, it's a great match just because of Stone Cold. It's so great to see him back finally! ***3/4 for the excitment of seeing Austin back alone!
Rock v.s. Hogan II
Not exactly an improvement from last year's WrestleMania match-up between the two but it's still pretty good. The ending was pretty unique as Vince McMahon gives us: The Montreal Screwjob II. I guess one screwjob in Montreal wasn't enough for 'ol Vinnie Mac. Match was about *** Hopefully Rock will stay longer this time around, but that looks pretty doubtful.
This years No Way Out PPV wasn't bad but some matches needed a little more work. Although it's also rather historic as it has STONE COLD STEVE AUSTIN'S RETURN MATCH! JOY!
Movie Review: WWE No Way Out 2003
Summary: 4 Stars
I always look at the 2003 WWE No Way Out as the 'anticipated PPV', and that's for a very good reason. If you are looking for excellent quality wrestling matches, then you will not find them in this PPV. I call it the 'anticipated PPV' since it mostly includes great WWE moments that will be remembered forever, not because of their excellent quality matches, but because of their anticipation. For example, after a while, people will definitely want to relive Austin's return to the WWE after a long absence. Also fans will definitely want to relive Rock vs Hogan II after Hulk Hogan to retired !!! Overall, it is a great PPV and a must for any wrestling fan, especially considering that it is the final Major stop before the biggest wrestling event of the year, WRESTLEMANIA!The matches that are included are as the following:
1. Chris Jericho vs Jeff Hardy
Great opener, some excellent wrestling skills shown by both competitors. Overall, I give it 4/5 !!!
2. William Regal/Lance Storm vs Rob Van Dam/Kane
Good tag team match for the World Tag Team Titles. I liked the ending which was 'different' from any other cheap vicotry. Overall, I give it 3.5/5 !!!
3. Matt Hardy vs Billy Kidman
Cool cruiserweight action, however, the ending was easily predicted. Overall, I give it 3.5/5 !!!
4. The Undertaker vs Big Show
Decent match, however, there was some boring moments that could take you to sleep !! Big Show controlled most of the match, which is horrible cause it makes the Undertaker look weak. Overall, I give it 3/5 !!!
5. Team Angle vs Brock Lesnar/Chris Benoit
Good match, with excellent wrestling moves, especially whenever you have Benoit and Angle in the ring. Overall, I give it 4/5 !!!
6. Triple H vs Scott Steiner
Now don't get me wrong, I like both Steiner and HHH, however, BORING woudl be too good to describe this match. Horrible booking, horrible match with a horrible ending. Take my word for it, skip this match when you are watching this DVD! Overall, I give it 1/5 and thats only because I like the wrestlers involved in this match !!!
7. Stone Cold Steve Austin vs Eric Bischoff
Cool and very Funny, a great moment that will be remembered forever. Bischoff got his ass kicked all over the ringside. Overall, give it 5/5, and not because of the wrestling but because of it anticipation !!!
8. The Rock vs Hollywood Hulk Hogan II
Great match, really anticipated, although I think Hogan should have won this one since he lost to The Rock in their first battle at Wrestlemania X8. Vince interfered and screwed Hogan !! Overall, I give it 4.5/5 !!!
Overall, it was a decent PPV (with the exception of HHH vs Steiner). And I recommend this DVD for any wrestling fan !!!
Movie Review: February 2003 - Molson Centre - Montreal, Quebec
Summary: 4 Stars
Although "No Way Out" 2003 did not have the best matches as far as quality goes, it marked the return of some of the biggest stars and featured some surprises.
1. Chris Jericho vs. Jeff Hardy
Good way to kick off the show. Probably the best match of the night. It is one of Jeff's better straight up wrestling matches. Interestingly, this was supposed to be Test/Jericho, but Test and Stacy were penalized for missing a flight a couple of weeks earlier. Good match with a lot of near falls. Christian makes an appearance. Good post match action. Shawn Michaels makes an appearance. Surprise, considering it is in Montreal. (8.5/10)
2. Lance Storm & William Regal vs. Rob Van Dam & Kane (World Tag Titles)
Okay match. Nothing too exciting. It started the long downfall of Kane as a face and began to show a start of a fued with RVD. (7/10)
3. Billy Kidman vs. Matt Hardy (Cruiserweight Title)
Good match, although nothing too exciting. It was about what would be expected from these two. Matt should not have been a cruiserweight. (7.5/10)
4. Undertaker vs. Big Show
Very slow and boring match except for the sick Suicide Dive by Taker over the top rope. A-Train and the F.B.I. make appearances in this match. (6.5/10)
5. Kurt Angle, Shelton Benjamin, & Charlie Haas vs. Brock Lesnar & Chris Benoit (Handicap Match)
This was supposed to bea six man tag match, but Edge injured his neck about a week before. Good match, although I did not think it was as good as everyone thought. It was a bit disappointing to me. (7.5/10)
6. Triple H vs. Scott Steiner (World Heavyweight Title)
Steiner was given another chance after the Rumble disaster and he ruined it. It wasn't as bad as the Rumble match, but not good by any means. Steiner just doesn't have it anymore. The crowd was bored and cheered for the match being over. Triple H did his best to carry Steiner. (6/10)
7. Stone Cold Steve Austin vs. Eric Bischoff
This match marked the return for Austin after being out the business for 8 months. It was awesome to see him back. The crowd went crazy for the match. Austin is pretty funny in the match. (8/10)
8. Hulk Hogan vs. The Rock
This was the overhyped rematch from Wrestlemania 18. Not the best match, but a great Montreal finish. No one can do it like Vince. (7.5/10)
This is not the best PPV, but it is decent. It is not essential to add to your collection, but it couldn't hurt. The DVD extras feature Austin's surprise appearance after RAW went off the air a couple of weeks earlier.
Overall Rating: 7.5/10
Movie Review: The return of the Rattlesnake
Summary: 4 Stars
Stone Cold is back. Plus two more main events like The Rock vs. Hogan and Triple H vs. Scott Steiner. This is getting off the hook!
Chris Jericho vs. Jeff Hardy - Great opener. This is a fast paced match with lots of counters and speedy moves. Winner by submission: Chris Jericho
World Tag Team Championships:
Rob Van Dam & Kane vs. William Regal & Lance Storm - There is nothing really special about this match. The most horrible part was Kane chokeslamming RVD. Winner and still tag team champions: William Regal & Lance Storm
Cruiserweight Championship:
Billy Kidman vs. Matt Hardy - Another fast paced match but nothing really special. Winner and new cruiserweight champion: Matt Hardy
Undertaker vs. Big Show - Solid big man match. I thought the Undertaker can chokeslam Big Show. Winner by KO: Undertaker
Handicap Match:
Brock Lesnar & Chris Benoit vs. Team Angle (Kurt Angle, Shelton Benjamin & Charlie Haas) - This is really a 6 Man Tag Team Match with Edge but due to a backstage assault, Edge had a broken neck. The match has lots of speedy and power moves. Winners: Brock Lesnar & Chris Benoit
World Heavyweight Championship:
Triple H vs. Scott Steiner - I thought this match was great. This is a piece of trash. Triple H & Evolution screws again Scott Steiner. Winner and still World Heavyweight Champion: Triple H
Stone Cold Steve Austin vs. Eric Bischoff - HELL YEAH! I'm a really huge fan of Stone Cold. This maybe the greatest match and the most funniest match of the night. Austin giving Bischoff 4 or 5 stunners. WHAT!? Winner: Stone Cold Steve Austin. Give me a HELL YEAH!
The Rock vs. Hulk Hogan - I'm also a huge fan of these two men. I'd predict that McMahon is gonna screw Hogan but he did! The referee is Sylvan Grenier, a hometown heroe screwing Hogan. If not for McMahon and Sylvan, this maybe the match of the night!
I hope you enjoy it. better if the cruiserweight championship was Rey Mysterio vs. Matt Hardy and the tag team championship match should be removed!
I recommend you buy this DVD if you are a Stone Cold fan! Cause Stone Cold SAID SO!