Review of The Fighter (2010) by Tvjerry — 20 Dec 2010
The advertising leads you to believe this film is about Mark Wahlberg's character "Irish" Micky Ward, who once held the world welterweight boxing title. But this film is as much about his brother (astoundingly played by Christian Bale) and his mother (an incredible performance by Melissa Leo) and the twistsed/loving relationship they all had.
Director David O. Russell has created a world that feels completely real, a bit freakish and almost stylized in its comic moments (especially the sisters). Every scene is layered, dynamic and a virtuoso spectacle of directing and acting.
This review of The Fighter (2010) was written by Tvjerry on 20 Dec 2010.
The Fighter has generally received very positive reviews.
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