Despite gritty settings and occasionally harsh language, it's a warm, uplifting film that deserves a wide audience.
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This review of On the Ropes (1999) was written by Daniel Eagan and published by Film Journal International on 01 Jan 2000.
On the Ropes has generally received very positive reviews.
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