Unbelievable!

Rating: 10/10 (20 December 2011)

I have never written a review on IMDb, even though I reference this sight at least 5 times a day. I remember seeing the preview for this movie in the theater and knew I wanted to see it. However, it was gone from the theater in a blink. I just watched it on DVD and am simply stunned! This was one of the best movies I have ever seen. In the very beginning it seemed like it was going to be one of those low budget, small town movies that I may end up turning off. 10 minutes in I knew I was wrong. This story takes off and doesn't let up. It has a long running time but in no way drags. The acting between the brothers and father (Nick Nolte!) was just right for the story. By the end I was almost moved to tears (I don't think that has happened since Saving Private Ryan.) For the record, this movie KILLED 'The Fighter' that got so much hype last year. I'm sure lots of people will disagree with me on that one but just watch it for yourself. I will be buying this one on DVD!