Overall I really liked the idea and plot of this movie. The reason why I only give it three stars is because I felt like Mark Walburg's family problems dragged on way to much throughout the movie. Over half the movie was about his girlfriend, and his brother and mother's drug issues. I understand why they implement this theme into the movie. The director wants to show some adversity in the plot. But after a while it got annoying and just made the movie go by slower. I still found this movie to tell a very touching story, and having knowledge that it is a true story makes it even better. If you are into drama and being inspired I recommend watching "The Fighter".
The technique used in this video was very typical. In the scene where Micky tells his brother he can no longer work with him the director zooms into each others faces closer and closer as the conversation goes on. I also notice their choice off music during different scenes. During the final fight, the background music is soft and intense. And then when Micky wins the fight the music gets loud and much more up beat.
The film reminded me much of the movie "Cinderella Man". Both movies deal with adversity, and boxing. I feel their was much more at stake during Cinderella Man, as Russel Crowe is trying to keep a roof over his family during the great depression.
