Great film

Rating: 10/10 (22 April 2011)

Wow, I only wish that I didn't wait so long to rent this film. The film is a true story about the rise of an obscure boxer and his brother, a past boxing champ who now trains him, but has a crack addiction. I usually don't like "Marky Mark" Wahlberg and I think his acting is boring at best, unless his playing a character from Boston and the character is The Fighter was just perfect for him. Christian Bale plays his brother, a crack addicted trainer who continues to relive his boxing match with Suger Ray Leanord. The film explores the dysfunctional family that Mark's character has to live with and his admiration and love for his brother. Christian Bale nailed this role, seriously. Also, Amy Adams plays Mark's girlfriend and she also nailed the role. The performance is amazing. The story is sad, funny and inspiring. Marky Mark also executive produced this and what a fantastic film...nice job.