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(2004)
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In the wake of a painful estrangement from his daughter, boxing trainer Frankie Dunn has been unwilling to let himself get close to anyone for a very long time - then Maggie Fitzgerald walks into his gym. In a life of constant struggle, Maggie's gotten herself this far on raw talent, unshakable focus and a tremendous force of will. But more than anything, she wants someone to believe in her. The last thing Frankie needs is that kind of responsibility - let alone that kind of risk - but won over by Maggie's sheer determination, he begrudgingly agrees to take her on. In turns exasperating and inspiring each other, the two come to discover that they share a common spirit that transcends the pain and loss of their pasts, and they find in each other a sense of family they lost long ago. Yet, they both face a battle that will demand more heart and courage than any they've ever known.
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Million Dollar Baby review by LeeLo
Million Dollar Blubber
(3) of (4) members found this review helpful.
Well what can I say? A friend suggested I watch this, I heard it was about a female boxer and just thought no thanks, then one rainy sunday when I wasnt at the pub! I put it in and oh my goddddddddddddddd! well i was hooked, eastwood plays a good part but Hilary Swank plays an amazing part, this woman is genius, and quite sexy in a weird masculine kind of way, anyway, a fab story line of the girl with nothing makes it big, but with a sad twist,but hey i could handle that, what I couldnt handle was when Eastwood tells Swank what the words on the back of her boxing robe mean, oh my god, I can only say what followed was the sobbing noises of a young child who has been told that their pet earwig has died. this is a must see film, even if you hate boxing!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Million Dollar Baby review by Jean Browne
Well worth renting
(3) of (4) members found this review helpful.
Clint was, well, just Clint, but in the sort of character that this suits, but Hilary Swank was a revelation - superb.
Her heartbreak when her gift of a house for her horrible family was received so ungratefully nearly had me in tears, and I was pleased when they got their comeuppance.
By the way, I know Morgan Freeman's got a nice voice, but why does he get quite so many voiceovers? Shawshank Redemption, March of the Penguins & this, to name but three?!
Anyway, well worth it.
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Million Dollar Baby review by ciml
Beautifully Made
(3) of (3) members found this review helpful.
Not for the faint-hearted, Million Dollar Baby is less a boxing movie, and more a superbly weaved story of ambition, emotional scars, and regret.
Again, Clint Eastwood creates a beautifully put together film, where almost every frame is an example of tip-top cinematic photography. The score works well, and the performances are as good as you'd expect from such a heavyweight line-up.
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Recent Reviews of Million Dollar Baby by our members
Million Dollar Baby review by JD
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(1) of (1) members found this review helpful.
An unexpected gem. This is well worth watching. One of Clint's less famous films but I would say his best. The female boxer Hilary Swank is very endearing and her struggle to achieve recognition is enveloping. I found some of the closing scenes extremely emotional and have rarely finished a film so drained of emotion. All the characters are underachievers and all full of unstated passion. How these three (Freeman is particularly understated) manage to covey so much so quietly I can only admire.
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Million Dollar Baby review by Rubber Ducky
Superb drama
(2) of (5) members found this review helpful.
When I first heard what the film was about I didn't fancy it, but am so glad I tried it. Hilary Swank is very believable as the 'trailer trash' with a dream, whilst Clint Eastwood has the role of miserable old beggar down to a tee. I was absorbed by the whole story, enraged by the ungrateful gold diggers, and cried buckets more than once.
A must see.
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Million Dollar Baby review by Dave A
Powerful film that does not miss a punch
(2) of (2) members found this review helpful.
Although the subject matter at times was tough I have to say I really enjoyed this film. It made a change to see a Hollywood movie that did not fall down, as so many do, with a cheesy lightweight ending.
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Rated: 3.6 stars out of 5 from 473 ratings
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Suitable only for persons of 12 years and over
| Release Date: | 13/08/2007 |
| Production Year: | 2004 |
| Run Time: | 127 minutes |
| Aspect Ratio: | Widescreen 2.40:1 |
| Format: | Pal |
| Colour: | Colour |
Special Features:
- Born to Fight
- Producer's Round 15
- James Lipton Takes On Three
