January 29, 2008
The original Rocky 2, complete with dying trainer
Anne Revere, Art Smith, Canada Lee
In this Academy Award-winning drama, Charley Davis (John Garfield, in an Oscar-nominated performance) is a boxer who goes into the ring as a way to support himself and his mother after his father is k...( read more
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DVD Release Date: March 5, 2002
Stats: 44 reviews
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September 27, 2009One of the greatest boxing movies of all time, and John Garfield is at his very best. He gives an incredible performance. Canada Lee also gives an amazing performance in a supporting role. Outstanding cinematography, excellent editing. A truly classic film noir.
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August 17, 2009So powerful in acting and directing. As the name suggests, the story is as much about the physical body as it is about the soul.
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December 20, 2007An excellent film noir about boxing, of all things! But like a good film noir, it exposes the seedy underside of life and features tragic characters. The cinematography, the characterization, and the plot are fantastic, nearly bringing tears to your eyes. It is a bit slow in the ...( read more)
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