The Fighter

  Mark Wahlberg stars in Paramount Pictures' inspirational docudrama exploring the remarkable rise of Massachusetts-born, junior welterweight title winner "Irish" Micky Ward. A determined pugilist whose career in the ring was shepherded by his loyal half-brother, Dicky (Christian Bale) -- a hard-living boxer-turned-trainer whose own career in the ring was nearly sent down for the count due to drugs and crime -- perennial underdog Irish Micky rebounded from a disheartening series of defeats to win both the WBU Intercontinental Lightweight title and the WBU Light Welterweight title thanks to a fierce combination of determination and hard work. David O. Russell directs from a script by 8 Mile's Scott Silver and Paul Attanasio (The Bourne Ultimatum). ~ Jason Buchanan, Rovi Read More

Starring: Mark Wahlberg, Christian Bale, (more)Director(s): Darren Aronofsky, David O. Russell, (more)Theatrical MPAA Rating: RFormat(s): DVD  |  Blu-ray  | Digital SD
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Mark Wahlberg stars in Paramount Pictures' inspirational docudrama exploring the remarkable rise of Massachusetts-born, junior welterweight title winner "Irish" Micky Ward. A determined pugilist whose career in the ring was shepherded by his loyal half-brother, Dicky (Christian Bale) -- a hard-living boxer-turned-trainer whose own career in the ring was nearly sent down for the count due to drugs and crime -- perennial underdog Irish Micky rebounded from a disheartening series of defeats to win both the WBU Intercontinental Lightweight title and the WBU Light Welterweight title thanks to a fierce combination of determination and hard work. David O. Russell directs from a script by 8 Mile's Scott Silver and Paul Attanasio (The Bourne Ultimatum). ~ Jason Buchanan, Rovi

Theatrical Feature Running Time: 115 mins
Director(s):Darren Aronofsky, David O. RussellWriter(s):Scott Silver, Paul Tamasy, Paul AttanasioProducer(s):Ryan Kavanaugh, Dorothy Aufiero, Todd LiebermanTheatrical MPAA Rating: R(Drug Content, Profanity, Sexual Situations, Violence)Categories:DramaThe Fighter Awards:2010 - Austin Film Critics - Top Ten Film2010 - Hollywood Foreign Press Association - Best Performance by an Actor in a Supporting Role in a Motion Picture2010 - Hollywood Foreign Press Association - Best Performance by an Actress in a Supporting Role in a Motion Picture2010 - National Board of Review - Best Supporting Actor2010 - National Society of Film Critics - Best Supporting Actress (Runner-up)2010 - National Society of Film Critics - Best Supporting Actor (Runner-up)2010 - National Society of Film Critics - Best Supporting Actress (Runner-up)2010 - New York Film Critics Circle - Best Supporting Actress2010 - Screen Actors Guild - Best Supporting Actor2010 - Screen Actors Guild - Best Supporting ActressWarning:  This product is intended for mature audiences only. It may contain violence, sexual content, drug abuse and/or strong language. You must be 17 or older to purchase it. By ordering this item you are certifying that you are at least 17 years of age.

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45 out of  56  people found this review helpful

A phenomenal real life story, which was acted perfectly by Christian Bale and Mark Wahlberg presenting a no compromise picture of the life of Mickey Ward and his totally dysfunctional family. Christian Bale was magnificent was the strung out brother, who was so addled he didn't know HBO was making a movie on "Crack" addiction and not his fighting come back. Melissa Leo was fantastic as the most obnoxious "B" mom, who ran her roost with an Iron Skillet (which she liked to fling at her husband) and threaten her other children. Amy Adams was super as Mickey's love, who helped him get out of the dysfunction to become the True Champion he turned out to be. Oscar worthy movie!!!

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30 out of  39  people found this review helpful

First, like some have said, I rarely if ever give 5 star ratings. Second, I am a huge Rocky fan. So, let me say, this movie is one of THE, if not the THE best "boxing" moviesthat has ever been made. Period. Absolutely great movie in every way. Boxing scenes were great, but the story is so compelling. Whalberg and Bale are fantastic in their roles. Bale is just a phenemonal actor. This is MUST SEE.

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32 out of  43  people found this review helpful

This is the best movie of the year. I just saw "The fighter" tonight and I was so in love with the movie and the characters , I forgot I was in a movie theatre. If this movie doesnt have awards pouring in, it will be a true shame. And, I'm a chic!

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