Beyond his silence, there is a past. Beyond her dreams, there is a feeling.
Beyond hope, there is a memory. Beyond their journey, there is a love.

Starring: Clint Eastwood, Hilary Swank, Morgan Freeman, Jay Baruchel, Mike Colter, Lucia Rijker, Brian F. O'Byrne, Anthony Mackie

DML Rating: ★★★★★★★★★☆ - near perfect

"Problem is this, it's the only thing I ever felt good doing. If I'm too old for this, then I got nothing. That enough truth to suit you?" - Maggie Fitzgerald

Why watch this? This boxing film gives Rocky (1976) a run for its money. It's that good.

Plot Summary: A determined, 31-year-old waitress named Maggie Fitzgerald dreams of becoming a professional boxer. She seeks out the expertise of Frankie Dunn, a grizzled boxing trainer who initially refuses to work with women or someone Maggie's age. Through her relentless persistence and with the encouragement of Frankie's friend, Eddie "Scrap-Iron" Dupris, Frankie eventually relents and agrees to train Maggie, leading to a profound bond and an unexpected journey through the world of boxing.

Dad's Preview: It is directed by Eastwood, and narrated by Morgan Freeman. Starring them both, along with the amazing Hilary Swank. AND it's an inspirational story about women's boxing! This superb film flows off the screen like sweat on a boxer's brow. I really love how our lady competitor finally wins over her grumpy trainer. Then - that ending. Wow. Didn't see that coming.

Lakeshore Ent., Epsilon Motion Pictures, Malpaso Prod., Ruddy Morgan Org.;
Warner Bros. Pictures