A Wonderful, and Important Film

Rating: 10/10 (18 May 2005)

As I sat through "Million Dollar Baby", I was very pleased about the quality of the film as a whole. Then, the film took a dark turn, and it became a multi-dimensional film, one that I will never forget. The acting, writing, directing, music, and even the lighting of the film was perfect for what it was. I happen to agree with the choices of the characters of the film. Does that make me biased?, I don't think so, because if you really think about it, nobody wins. It's about bonds that we make with people. An unspoken love that we have for the people that we connect with in life. Clint Eastwood is a master. He has proved that throughout his career. With "Baby", he not only shows us his mastery as a director, but a spot-on acting job as the grumpy gym owner. This IS his masterpiece. Morgan Freeman is wonderful, as always as Scraps. I can't imagine the film without his narration. The film, though, belongs to Hilary Swank. She is both mentally and physically perfect for Maggie. Swank makes you fall in love with Maggie, makes you cheer her on in the fight scenes. Swank brings that character to life. She is honest in every way in her acting. I was sooooo happy when "Million Dollar Baby" won the Oscar for Best Picture. Thank You Academy!!! This is a beautiful, haunting film. If you haven't seen it yet, go now!