Movie Review - Cinderella Man ***

Cinderella Man (2005) Directed: Ron Howard Written: Cliff Hollingsworth Genre: Drama / Romance Main Cast: Russell Crowe .... Jim Braddock Renne Zellweger .... Mae Braddock Paul Giamatti .... Joe Gould Craig Bierko .... Max Baer Paddy Considine .... Mike Wilson Bruce McGill .... Jimmy Johnston

I haven't written a movie review in quite some time. It wasn't because I haven't seen any movies, trust me I am an avid movie junkie. I just hadn't had any time or inspiration to do so. That having said I wanted to make sure I allotted myself time to recommend this movie.

Cinderella man is a good hearty movie to go see. I am not a fan of Russell Crowe. With the exception to 'Gladiator' and 'A beautiful Mind' I have not followed his acting history. However I must commend his performance in this movie. He sold me and I actually like the guy in this movie. The story of course helps his case. An Irish hard-luck guy in the midst of the great depression maintains his integrity and shines. I do like boxing I must admit that. The boxing shots in this movie were intense like a true good match should be. Ron Howard was able to capture that fighting spirit and determination of a fighter. Go ahead watch the movie I promise you will like it.

Plot Summary - courtesy of the Internet Movie Database
During the Great Depression, a common-man hero, James J. Braddock--a.k.a. the Cinderella Man--was to become one of the most surprising sports legends in history. By the early 1930s, the impoverished ex-prizefighter was seemingly as broken-down, beaten-up and out-of-luck as much of the rest of the American populace who had hit rock bottom. His career appeared to be finished, he was unable to pay the bills, the only thing that mattered to him--his family--was in danger, and he was even forced to go on Public Relief. But deep inside, Jim Braddock never relinquished his determination. Driven by love, honor and an incredible dose of grit, he willed an impossible dream to come true.
...Summary written by Sujit R. Varma