The inspirational story of World Champion Boxer Vinny Pazienza who, after a near fatal car crash which left him not knowing if he'd ever walk again, made one of sport's most incredible comebacks.
Loosely based on the true story of two young men, David Packouz and Efraim Diveroli, who won a three hundred million dollar contract from the Pentagon to arm America's allies in Afghanistan.
The story of Ray Kroc, a salesman who turned two brothers' innovative fast food eatery, McDonald's, into the biggest restaurant business in the world, with a combination of ambition, persistence, and ruthlessness.
Director:
John Lee Hancock
Stars:
Michael Keaton,
Nick Offerman,
John Carroll Lynch
A group of U.S. soldiers returning from Iraq struggle to integrate back into family and civilian life, while living with the memory of a war that threatens to destroy them long after they've left the battlefield.
The inspirational story of World Champion Boxer Vinny Pazienza who, after a near fatal car crash which left him not knowing if he'd ever walk again, made one of sport's most incredible comebacks.
Miles Teller and Michael B. Jordan worked together in 2 films (That Awkward Moment and Fantastic Four) and both of them have portrayed boxers in films (Bleed for This and Creed) respectively. See more »
Goofs
The actual judges' scores for his first win against Duran were Chuck Giampa 117-113
Jerry Roth 117-112, Dave Moretti 117-112. The movie had Giampa scoring it 114-114 and the other two scoring it 115-113. See more »
Quotes
Kevin Rooney:
Hey, we're not done here, Vinny.
Vinny Pazienza:
We're not?
Kevin Rooney:
No.
Kevin Rooney:
We just need to figure out what's next for you. There's a whole world outside the ring.
[pause]
Vinny Pazienza:
You know, Kev, I'm getting pretty sick of people talking about me like I'm dead. Like I died in that car wreck. Like it's just over for me.
[pause]
Vinny Pazienza:
Kev, I'm gonna fight again.
[pause]
Kevin Rooney:
No, you ain't, Vinny.
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Crazy Credits
In the first part of the end credits, footage of the real people is shown. See more »
Top Billin'
Written by Kirk Robinson and Roy Hammond
Performed by Audio Two
Courtesy of Atlantic Recording Corp
By arrangement with Warner Music Group Film & TV Licensing See more »
Based on a true story, Vinny Pazienza overcomes a terrible car accident to return to the sport he truly loves, Boxing. I was a bit hesitant to see this movie because of all the previous movies about fighters. However the director quickly immerses you into Vinny's world and you are immediately hooked. What I liked most about the movie was how all the characters were so believable. The close family relationship, the mother's ritual when all the relatives are glued to the tube, the family dinners, ornaments etc. Everyone has a lot of soul and individuality. Vinny's determination is all important, but he has the affection and love from friends and family. Most of all he has his coach, portrayed by Aaron Eckhart. A man who is fighting is own demons of being a has been, wanting a winner, but also knowing that a coach must do what is best for those under his charge, regardless of what is best for him or others.
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Based on a true story, Vinny Pazienza overcomes a terrible car accident to return to the sport he truly loves, Boxing. I was a bit hesitant to see this movie because of all the previous movies about fighters. However the director quickly immerses you into Vinny's world and you are immediately hooked. What I liked most about the movie was how all the characters were so believable. The close family relationship, the mother's ritual when all the relatives are glued to the tube, the family dinners, ornaments etc. Everyone has a lot of soul and individuality. Vinny's determination is all important, but he has the affection and love from friends and family. Most of all he has his coach, portrayed by Aaron Eckhart. A man who is fighting is own demons of being a has been, wanting a winner, but also knowing that a coach must do what is best for those under his charge, regardless of what is best for him or others.