Cinderella Man (DVD, 2005, Full Frame)

For some reason Cinderella Man flopped at the box office. I didn't even really know about it until I watched the DVD. For the most part I really like Russell Crowe, and this film definitely adds to his growing collection of great movies.

This true story is about a boxer named Jim Braddock who is in the prime of his career right as the Great Depression hits. His family quickly goes from living the high life to living in the slums as work becomes scarce and times get difficult trying to feed his family and keep them healthy and happy.

It's a very human story and it will not disappoint. Renee Zellweger plays Russell Crowe's wife and does a really nice job. This movie is directed by Ron Howard and lives up to his standards of a very fine film.