Also, all three female characters played solid roles, which enhanced the depth of Josh Hartnett's character. He has always been just kind of a pretty boy, really. Ezzard Charles, the formidable ex-champion, was trying to mount a comeback.
Samuel L. Jackson does an extraordinary job in a role you wouldn't normally associate him with. The performances are stellar across the board, with a special mention to the film's leads, Josh Hartnett and Sam Jackson. I'd definitely suggest going to see it before it's out of theaters. Directed by Rod Lurie. Up-and-coming sports reporter rescues a homeless man ("Champ") only to discover that he is, in fact, a boxing legend believed to have passed away. 17 out of 22 found this helpful. I looked at the website for the movie and found that it in fact was about "Bobby Satterfield" the Champ I knew.
Though at the same time, Champ is reluctant to cooperate for any biographical piece. It is toward the end that I wanted to uplift. They tried to weave a bunch of family crap in that just clutters up the movie. IN the meantime, here's proof that the summer blockbusters are (thankfully) receding and that it's time for intelligent people to go back to the movies. I had the privilege of seeing an advance screening of "Resurrecting the Champ" earlier tonight, followed by a Q & A with director Rod Lurie and screenwriter Michael Bortman. Any time anybody gives a performance or where I put the camera ...people call it manipulating the audience, but I don't view it that way. With Josh Hartnett, Samuel Jackson Jr. …
Thus, having no expectations, this small touching film, was a pleasant surprise.
This is a dull movie and in today's modern journalism era where everything can be checked on google in seconds, it does surprise me this was even a true story, maybe someone was being economical with the facts. Sam Jackson completely immersed himself in this role and gave an Oscar worthy performance and Josh Hartnett was subtle, thoughtful and honest. 3 out of 5 found this helpful. This is director Rod Lurie's most personal film to date, and it gives you some serious issues to think about, very rare in this threequel-laden summer. I can't wait to see what happens and will report back just as soon as I've seen the entire movie with a further commentary.
Seeing a chance to redeem his struggling career, the writer's story of the champ's life raises questions about the past that will threaten all he holds dear.A young journalist, living in his famous father's shadow, gets his title shot when he writes a story about a former 1950's boxing contender who is homeless and living on the streets. Inspired by a true story, the sentimental drama is directed by Rod Lurie, a critic-turned-filmmaker whose work includes the politically-themed 2000 hit The Contender and the TV series Commander in Chief. 4 out of 5 found this helpful. 4 out of 7 found this helpful. Was this review helpful? I was a Police Officer in Santa Ana, CA for 25 yrs and worked the area that the Champ lived in.
But here, he plays a father, a husband, a journalist, and according to Aristotle's definition, a classic "Tragic Hero." This place in the world just doesn't happen to be his. I know I will be! In my opinion, this film has the best writing, characterization and dramatic construction of any film released so far this year. Was this review helpful? Was this review helpful?
In the tradition of Capra, who made IT HAPPENED ONE NIGHT as political (if by implication) as MR. SMITH GOES TO WASHINGTON, Rod Lurie is able to give a political sensibility to a seeming action film like THE LAST CASTLE or a human drama, with sports/journalism background, like THE CHAMP.
It wins applause from readers and journalists alike. He is much more likely to take the easy way out: try to act impressive and not necessarily be impressive. If that story generates a massive response catapulting said journalist into national prominence it's safe to say, in all likelihood, professional suicide is guaranteed.
Also, all three female characters played solid roles, which enhanced the depth of Josh Hartnett's character. He has always been just kind of a pretty boy, really. Ezzard Charles, the formidable ex-champion, was trying to mount a comeback.
Samuel L. Jackson does an extraordinary job in a role you wouldn't normally associate him with. The performances are stellar across the board, with a special mention to the film's leads, Josh Hartnett and Sam Jackson. I'd definitely suggest going to see it before it's out of theaters. Directed by Rod Lurie. Up-and-coming sports reporter rescues a homeless man ("Champ") only to discover that he is, in fact, a boxing legend believed to have passed away. 17 out of 22 found this helpful. I looked at the website for the movie and found that it in fact was about "Bobby Satterfield" the Champ I knew.
Though at the same time, Champ is reluctant to cooperate for any biographical piece. It is toward the end that I wanted to uplift. They tried to weave a bunch of family crap in that just clutters up the movie. IN the meantime, here's proof that the summer blockbusters are (thankfully) receding and that it's time for intelligent people to go back to the movies. I had the privilege of seeing an advance screening of "Resurrecting the Champ" earlier tonight, followed by a Q & A with director Rod Lurie and screenwriter Michael Bortman. Any time anybody gives a performance or where I put the camera ...people call it manipulating the audience, but I don't view it that way. With Josh Hartnett, Samuel Jackson Jr. …
Thus, having no expectations, this small touching film, was a pleasant surprise.
This is a dull movie and in today's modern journalism era where everything can be checked on google in seconds, it does surprise me this was even a true story, maybe someone was being economical with the facts. Sam Jackson completely immersed himself in this role and gave an Oscar worthy performance and Josh Hartnett was subtle, thoughtful and honest. 3 out of 5 found this helpful. This is director Rod Lurie's most personal film to date, and it gives you some serious issues to think about, very rare in this threequel-laden summer. I can't wait to see what happens and will report back just as soon as I've seen the entire movie with a further commentary.
Seeing a chance to redeem his struggling career, the writer's story of the champ's life raises questions about the past that will threaten all he holds dear.A young journalist, living in his famous father's shadow, gets his title shot when he writes a story about a former 1950's boxing contender who is homeless and living on the streets. Inspired by a true story, the sentimental drama is directed by Rod Lurie, a critic-turned-filmmaker whose work includes the politically-themed 2000 hit The Contender and the TV series Commander in Chief. 4 out of 5 found this helpful. 4 out of 7 found this helpful. Was this review helpful? I was a Police Officer in Santa Ana, CA for 25 yrs and worked the area that the Champ lived in.
But here, he plays a father, a husband, a journalist, and according to Aristotle's definition, a classic "Tragic Hero." This place in the world just doesn't happen to be his. I know I will be! In my opinion, this film has the best writing, characterization and dramatic construction of any film released so far this year. Was this review helpful? Was this review helpful?
In the tradition of Capra, who made IT HAPPENED ONE NIGHT as political (if by implication) as MR. SMITH GOES TO WASHINGTON, Rod Lurie is able to give a political sensibility to a seeming action film like THE LAST CASTLE or a human drama, with sports/journalism background, like THE CHAMP.
It wins applause from readers and journalists alike. He is much more likely to take the easy way out: try to act impressive and not necessarily be impressive. If that story generates a massive response catapulting said journalist into national prominence it's safe to say, in all likelihood, professional suicide is guaranteed.
Also, all three female characters played solid roles, which enhanced the depth of Josh Hartnett's character. He has always been just kind of a pretty boy, really. Ezzard Charles, the formidable ex-champion, was trying to mount a comeback.
Samuel L. Jackson does an extraordinary job in a role you wouldn't normally associate him with. The performances are stellar across the board, with a special mention to the film's leads, Josh Hartnett and Sam Jackson. I'd definitely suggest going to see it before it's out of theaters. Directed by Rod Lurie. Up-and-coming sports reporter rescues a homeless man ("Champ") only to discover that he is, in fact, a boxing legend believed to have passed away. 17 out of 22 found this helpful. I looked at the website for the movie and found that it in fact was about "Bobby Satterfield" the Champ I knew.
Though at the same time, Champ is reluctant to cooperate for any biographical piece. It is toward the end that I wanted to uplift. They tried to weave a bunch of family crap in that just clutters up the movie. IN the meantime, here's proof that the summer blockbusters are (thankfully) receding and that it's time for intelligent people to go back to the movies. I had the privilege of seeing an advance screening of "Resurrecting the Champ" earlier tonight, followed by a Q & A with director Rod Lurie and screenwriter Michael Bortman. Any time anybody gives a performance or where I put the camera ...people call it manipulating the audience, but I don't view it that way. With Josh Hartnett, Samuel Jackson Jr. …
Thus, having no expectations, this small touching film, was a pleasant surprise.
This is a dull movie and in today's modern journalism era where everything can be checked on google in seconds, it does surprise me this was even a true story, maybe someone was being economical with the facts. Sam Jackson completely immersed himself in this role and gave an Oscar worthy performance and Josh Hartnett was subtle, thoughtful and honest. 3 out of 5 found this helpful. This is director Rod Lurie's most personal film to date, and it gives you some serious issues to think about, very rare in this threequel-laden summer. I can't wait to see what happens and will report back just as soon as I've seen the entire movie with a further commentary.
Seeing a chance to redeem his struggling career, the writer's story of the champ's life raises questions about the past that will threaten all he holds dear.A young journalist, living in his famous father's shadow, gets his title shot when he writes a story about a former 1950's boxing contender who is homeless and living on the streets. Inspired by a true story, the sentimental drama is directed by Rod Lurie, a critic-turned-filmmaker whose work includes the politically-themed 2000 hit The Contender and the TV series Commander in Chief. 4 out of 5 found this helpful. 4 out of 7 found this helpful. Was this review helpful? I was a Police Officer in Santa Ana, CA for 25 yrs and worked the area that the Champ lived in.
But here, he plays a father, a husband, a journalist, and according to Aristotle's definition, a classic "Tragic Hero." This place in the world just doesn't happen to be his. I know I will be! In my opinion, this film has the best writing, characterization and dramatic construction of any film released so far this year. Was this review helpful? Was this review helpful?
In the tradition of Capra, who made IT HAPPENED ONE NIGHT as political (if by implication) as MR. SMITH GOES TO WASHINGTON, Rod Lurie is able to give a political sensibility to a seeming action film like THE LAST CASTLE or a human drama, with sports/journalism background, like THE CHAMP.
It wins applause from readers and journalists alike. He is much more likely to take the easy way out: try to act impressive and not necessarily be impressive. If that story generates a massive response catapulting said journalist into national prominence it's safe to say, in all likelihood, professional suicide is guaranteed.
Everything ties together so beautifully at the end of the movie, it is very touching. Based on a true story, “Resurrecting the Champ” is about, Eric Kernall, an up-and-coming sports writer (Hartnett) for the Denver Times, and his big opportunity to break out of the status quo and “become someone” to his son. Fall. The deepest messages and themes of this movie have nothing to do with sports, and are centered more on making good decisions in life, and accepting that we're all going through life imperfectly.
Hartnett's character loses it all as fast as he got it, and is forced to confront his own inadequacies as a reporter and as a father. I said to myself, "that looks like the Champ, I knew". I highly recommend this movie to everyone.
Also, all three female characters played solid roles, which enhanced the depth of Josh Hartnett's character. He has always been just kind of a pretty boy, really. Ezzard Charles, the formidable ex-champion, was trying to mount a comeback.
Samuel L. Jackson does an extraordinary job in a role you wouldn't normally associate him with. The performances are stellar across the board, with a special mention to the film's leads, Josh Hartnett and Sam Jackson. I'd definitely suggest going to see it before it's out of theaters. Directed by Rod Lurie. Up-and-coming sports reporter rescues a homeless man ("Champ") only to discover that he is, in fact, a boxing legend believed to have passed away. 17 out of 22 found this helpful. I looked at the website for the movie and found that it in fact was about "Bobby Satterfield" the Champ I knew.
Though at the same time, Champ is reluctant to cooperate for any biographical piece. It is toward the end that I wanted to uplift. They tried to weave a bunch of family crap in that just clutters up the movie. IN the meantime, here's proof that the summer blockbusters are (thankfully) receding and that it's time for intelligent people to go back to the movies. I had the privilege of seeing an advance screening of "Resurrecting the Champ" earlier tonight, followed by a Q & A with director Rod Lurie and screenwriter Michael Bortman. Any time anybody gives a performance or where I put the camera ...people call it manipulating the audience, but I don't view it that way. With Josh Hartnett, Samuel Jackson Jr. …
Thus, having no expectations, this small touching film, was a pleasant surprise.
This is a dull movie and in today's modern journalism era where everything can be checked on google in seconds, it does surprise me this was even a true story, maybe someone was being economical with the facts. Sam Jackson completely immersed himself in this role and gave an Oscar worthy performance and Josh Hartnett was subtle, thoughtful and honest. 3 out of 5 found this helpful. This is director Rod Lurie's most personal film to date, and it gives you some serious issues to think about, very rare in this threequel-laden summer. I can't wait to see what happens and will report back just as soon as I've seen the entire movie with a further commentary.
Seeing a chance to redeem his struggling career, the writer's story of the champ's life raises questions about the past that will threaten all he holds dear.A young journalist, living in his famous father's shadow, gets his title shot when he writes a story about a former 1950's boxing contender who is homeless and living on the streets. Inspired by a true story, the sentimental drama is directed by Rod Lurie, a critic-turned-filmmaker whose work includes the politically-themed 2000 hit The Contender and the TV series Commander in Chief. 4 out of 5 found this helpful. 4 out of 7 found this helpful. Was this review helpful? I was a Police Officer in Santa Ana, CA for 25 yrs and worked the area that the Champ lived in.
But here, he plays a father, a husband, a journalist, and according to Aristotle's definition, a classic "Tragic Hero." This place in the world just doesn't happen to be his. I know I will be! In my opinion, this film has the best writing, characterization and dramatic construction of any film released so far this year. Was this review helpful? Was this review helpful?
In the tradition of Capra, who made IT HAPPENED ONE NIGHT as political (if by implication) as MR. SMITH GOES TO WASHINGTON, Rod Lurie is able to give a political sensibility to a seeming action film like THE LAST CASTLE or a human drama, with sports/journalism background, like THE CHAMP.
It wins applause from readers and journalists alike. He is much more likely to take the easy way out: try to act impressive and not necessarily be impressive. If that story generates a massive response catapulting said journalist into national prominence it's safe to say, in all likelihood, professional suicide is guaranteed.
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