Based on 1234 votes and 456 reviews.
The story of a boxer who overcomes obstacles top become champion is not exactly fresh, but in The Fighter, Irish Mickey Ward's [Mark wahlberg] biggest obstacle is his dysfunctional family - in particular, his crack addict brother/trainer, Dickie Eklund [Christian Bale] and his harridan of a manager/mother, Alice [Melissa Leo]. On the plus side, once he changes maagers - and acquires a supportive girlfriend, Charlene [Amy Adams] - his fortunes change, even though its the lessons he learned from his brother that carry him to victory. While Leo and Bale are getting all the buzz, Wahlberg gives what might be the best performance of his career. The Fighter is well worth seeing on the big
The best Boxing movie siince Rocky... a fast 2 hours with laughter and tears.
Christian Bale plays an oscar-worthy role.
A-1 movie to watch.
great movie from start to finish...
This has to be the best movie I've seen this year. Christian Bale's performance is outstanding..."the oscar goes to..!!" It's a powerful boxing film filled with passion. This movie will not dissapoint.
Great tue story about boxers.
Christian Bale nails the role.
A very intense movie. Worth seeing.
Excellent overall