Review of Cinderella Man (2005) by Andy D — 05 Sep 2014

Amazing story. Both powerful and beautiful. Easily one of the best boxing movies ever made. Crowe puts in the performance of his life!

This review of Cinderella Man (2005) was written by Andy D on 05 Sep 2014.

Cinderella Man has generally received very positive reviews.

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