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- Jun 19, 2023
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- Kingdom of God
- Cinderella Man (2005), starring Russell Crowe, Renée Zellweger, Paul Giamatti, Craig Bierko.
Set during the Depression, this true-life story follows James J. Braddock’s unlikely return to the ring. What begins as a desperate attempt to provide for his family becomes a quietly heroic comeback marked by grit, integrity, and sheer resolve.
- Warrior (2011), starring Tom Hardy, Joel Edgerton, Nick Nolte.
Two estranged brothers—each carrying his own traumas—enter the same MMA tournament for entirely different reasons. The film builds toward an emotionally charged intersection of family conflict, personal redemption, and raw physical struggle.
- The Fighter (2010), starring Mark Wahlberg, Christian Bale, Amy Adams, Melissa Leo.
Based on the life of Micky Ward, this drama follows a boxer navigating a turbulent family dynamic, an unpredictable mentor, and a career on the brink. It’s a grounded look at loyalty, ambition, and clawing your way forward when the odds lean the other way.
- Ali (2001), starring Will Smith, Jamie Foxx, Jon Voight.
A sweeping portrait of Muhammad Ali during the defining decade of his life, exploring his rise, his politics, his personal relationships, and the fights that shaped him. The film frames boxing as just one part of a larger battle for identity and conviction.
- Million Dollar Baby (2004), starring Hilary Swank, Clint Eastwood, Morgan Freeman.
A determined newcomer seeks the guidance of a seasoned trainer, forging a bond that pushes both toward unforeseen challenges. The story blends discipline, aspiration, and the harsh realities of the fight world into a tightly focused character study.
