Simple, yet deep

Rating: 10/10 (13 April 2005)

I went to see this movie only knowing it was about boxing and that it had won the Oscar for Best Picture for 2004. I was glad I knew nothing else as it made the experience all the better.
I very rarely give a film 10/10 - I've only done this 4 times, including this picture, in the last 20 years.
The story was simple but strong and very moving. Superb acting with credible characters. The 3 central characters all had depth and were total heart-breakers. Maggie's family were so toxic, it took my breath away.
Pure poetry in the script writing. It was an easy film to watch: not overdone or heavy going (like "The Aviator"). It was wonderful to watch such a fantastic film without a typical Hollywood ending.
For me it has touched my heart and made me more strongly appreciate my family. Those Oscars were well deserved.
Thank you Clint, Hilary and Morgan. I will reflect on this movie for many years and I'm sure will watch it again and again.