The Fighter (2010)

I wasn't thrilled to see yet another boxing movie, but a Golden Globe nomination and director David O' Russell's resume changed my mind. Turns out it's not a movie about boxing at all. It's a character driven drama that happens to have some boxing in it.

You'll leave this film with two very deep impressions. 1. Christian Bale may be a prick, but he's an acting savant. His portrayal of Dickey, a crack addicted, washed up boxer is cinematic magic. 100% Oscar worthy. And 2. His sisters stole the show. Comedy gold watching them on screen. Everything was spot on. That shouldn't downplay performances from the mother, Mark Wahlberg, and the rest of the cast. It's a very solid film which captures the 80's beautifully. Highly recommended.

Rating: A-