The Fighter

Based on a true story, The Fighter is a glimpse into the life of Mickey Ward and his journey to the welterweight title fight.  His brother tries to help him along the way but struggles with demons and a daunting boxing past of his own.

This was interesting.  The acting is amazing.  Christian Bale was spectacular, almost unrecognizable.  Amy Adams and Mark Wahlberg do a pretty good job as well.  They excel at making you feel frustrated and almost unsympathetic towards their characters, which may or may not have been intentional.  Regardless, the entire cast is really fantastic.

Having said that.... the story while interesting and true is not something that I found gripping nor memorable.  This isn't Rocky, nor is it Rudy. It felt more like.... Ray.

Ehhh it will probably be nominated for some acting awards so you may want to see it for that but overall it was just ok.

*** See it for the acting


Rated R (for language, sexual content, and violence)