2015's answer to Rocky?

Rating: 8/10 (7 August 2015)

After watching the previews and trailers I decided to go watch this film, and I am very glad that I did. I think the screen play and acting was outstanding. The film is about a former championship fighter who is off his game and kind reaching a low point. He is doing his best to slowly climb his way back into the ring. In my opinion what this is where I think some of the negativity comes from - this film is not only about boxing. But its more about the emotional journey that he must undertake in order to find his form again. Its also about his role as a Father and love for his Daughter. As I said an excellent cast who all deliver outstanding performances. 50 Cent aka Curtis Jackson pleasantly surprised me. Jake Gyllenhaal and Forest Whitaker both delivered performances that really should get them Oscars! Fantastic Cinematography, and my god them fight scenes you really get sucked in and believe your truly ring side!
You really need to go watch this film its one not to be missed.