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Cinderella Man (2005) 7.9
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7.9/10 from 105,214 users
Metascore: 69/100
Reviews: 508 user | 207 critic | 40 from Metacritic.com The story of James Braddock, a supposedly washed up boxer who came back to become a champion and an inspiration in the 1930s. Director:Ron Howard |
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Cast
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| Russell Crowe | ... | ||
| Renée Zellweger | ... | ||
| Paul Giamatti | ... | ||
| Craig Bierko | ... | ||
| Paddy Considine | ... | ||
| Bruce McGill | ... | ||
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David Huband | ... | |
| Connor Price | ... | ||
| Ariel Waller | ... | ||
| Patrick Louis | ... | ||
| Rosemarie DeWitt | ... |
Sara
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| Linda Kash | ... | ||
| Nicholas Campbell | ... | ||
| Gene Pyrz | ... | ||
| Chuck Shamata | ... | ||
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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. In a last-chance bid to help his family, Braddock returned to the ring. No one thought he had a shot. However Braddock, fueled by something beyond mere competition, kept winning. Suddenly, the ordinary working man became the mythic athlete. Carrying the hopes and dreams of the disenfranchised on his shoulders, ... Written by Sujit R. Varma
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When America was on its knees, he brought us to our feet. See more »Motion Picture Rating (MPAA)
Rated PG-13 for intense boxing violence and some language | See all certifications »Parents Guide:
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Country:
USALanguage:
EnglishRelease Date:
3 June 2005 (USA) See more »Also Known As:
El luchador See more »Box Office
Budget:
$88,000,000 (estimated)Opening Weekend:
$467,798 (Australia) (14 October 2005)Gross:
$61,644,321 (USA) (25 November 2005)Company Credits
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Color (Technicolor)Aspect Ratio:
2.35 : 1
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(1931)
Music by Misha Portnoff and Wesley Portnoff
Lyrics by Norman Anthony
Performed by Eddie Cantor with Phil Spitalny's Music
Courtesy of Bright Ventures
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One of the boxers portrayed in the film was Frankie Campbell. Campbell's real name was Frankie Camilli. His brother was Brooklyn Dodger all star first baseman Dolph Camilli. See more »Goofs
Jimmy Braddock passes a movie poster for the film S.O.S. Iceberg, misspelled "Iceburg." See more »Crazy Credits
Before the Title appears the following: "In all the history of the boxing game, you'll find no human interest story to compare with the life narrative of James J. Braddock." - Damon Runyon (1936) See more »Soundtracks
"Cheer Up, Smile, Nertz"(1931)
Music by Misha Portnoff and Wesley Portnoff
Lyrics by Norman Anthony
Performed by Eddie Cantor with Phil Spitalny's Music
Courtesy of Bright Ventures
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We went to this movie today at Albuquerque, New Mexico. My first impression upon looking at the title was "sounds kinda girly movie". I have no idea who Jim Braddock is until I saw this movie. Its truly inspiring and amazing. All actors excelled in their action. Its gripping all the way till the end. I don't want to tell the story and spoil the spirit. It was never boring the entire movie.
Russell Crowe once again lived up to the expectations and did a very good job. Renee Zellweger played the role of a very supportive wife. Its about never giving up, fulfilling for your promises, staying together what may come, to fight back etc., Watch it and you won't regret I promise.