2006-06-22 20:56:56 · 16 answers · asked by sub.lihhjj 2 in Entertainment & Music ➔ Movies
Okay so far from Hugo being the last person i saw post n up They are all incorrect!
2006-06-22 21:01:32 · update #1
Ok last person i saw... From Krex n up Its all incorrect!
2006-06-22 21:10:20 · update #2
Okay from Rohan n up its incorrect... lol wow... okay here is a huge hint... it starts with T
2006-06-23 08:45:45 · update #3
The Rocky Movies
2006-06-22 20:59:05 · answer #1 · answered by cougar c 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Rocky 1976
On the Waterfront 1954
The Harder they Fall 1956
Fat City 1972
Cinderella Man 2005
Ali 2001
Champion 1949
Million Dollar Baby 2005
Rocky II 1979
Rocky III 1983
Rocky IV 1985
Body and Soul 1947
Golden Boy 1939
Requiem for a Heavyweight 1962
When We Were Kings 1996
Raging Bull 1980
Diggstown 1992
i guess cinderella man
2006-06-22 21:00:08 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
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HERE IS THE LIST AS PER GENERAL CHOICES
!! YOUR MOVIE MUST FALL IN THESE 5 !! ORELSE i doubt on your choice...
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Boxing Movies: The Top 5 Part 1 of 2
It seems that everyone who makes a "Best of" or "Worst of" list always prefaces it with, "I hate lists, but…" Well, I hate people who make lists who hate lists. I, for one, like lists. I get a disturbing sense of satisfaction when I see my favorites make the Top 10 or even better Number 1! True, it certainly is a glaring indictment of how pathetic I am that I feel like a winner when the 1978 Pittsburgh Steelers are called the best team ever, but what can you do? Since, I don't see myself gaining any of the requisite self esteem needed to change myself at this time, what better way to boost my confidence than making my OWN list. That way, I'm assured victory!
While attending the movies this past weekend, I saw a preview for a movie starring Russell Crowe about the life of James J. Braddock. Braddock's story is one that should be told, and from the previews it looks like it will be a classic (Warning: I thought Alexander looked good in the previews, too). It got me to thinking about my favorite boxing movies. So here is the Top 5 Boxing Movies of All Time. If one of your favorites has been excluded, it's because it's not one of the best boxing movies ever. Only these 5 are the best ever says me.
5. The Great White Hype
I'm sorry; I've probably pissed a lot of people off by this choice. Now, granted, I know it's not as memorable as some of the boxing classics from the 30's and 40's, but it should be. Race has played a factor throughout boxing's history, and most filmmakers have sidestepped the issue. This movie smacks you in the face with it. As The Sultan played by Samuel L. Jackson, is trying to locate an opponent for James Roper (Damon Wayans), a champion that no longer brings in the revenues he once did. His answer, get a white guy. Terry Conklin (Peter Berg) is the only man, professional or amateur, to ever beat the champ. He has never had a professional fight, but that doesn't matter. Give him the nickname Irish, even though he isn't, a pair of boxing trunks, and a lot of hype, and the public will pay. A great satire for every boxing fan that thinks the race card isn't still played.
4. The Great White Hope
Based on Howard Sackler's Broadway play about the life of flamboyant heavyweight champion, Jack Johnson, The Great White Hope stars James Earl Jones as Jack Jefferson, the fictional version of Johnson. This is another great movie dealing with race, but this time with a much more serious tone. Anyone who watches boxing should know who Jack Johnson was, and what he went through as a Heavyweight Champion in a segregated America. This movie dramatizes most of Johnson's life, but captures his essence perfectly.
3. Somebody Up There Likes Me
I realize that Paul Newman looked nothing like Rocky Graziano, and let's face it, wasn't much of a fighter either. However, this is a feel good movie about a guy who had to literally fight for everything he ever got (I know that's not proper English, but that's how Rocky would have said it). Watching Rocky's abusive Father tell him to "be the champ, I never was", before his second fight with Tony Zale, never fails to bring a tear to my eye.
2. Rocky
I'm talking about the first one. The other 4 are for people who think this article is far too deep and complex. Rocky is the ultimate underdog story. It has weaved itself into the fabric of our society. Whether it's regarding sports or not, each of us know what a Rocky-like scenario is. If you haven't seen this movie, leave this website immediately! You are not worthy.
And Number One……. Drum Roll…….
1. Raging Bull
Big surprise here, huh? Forget the fact that Robert De Niro's portrayal of Jake LaMotta is one of the best performances ever. The fact that his boxing trainer for this movie says he could have beaten some top ranked middleweights tells you everything you need to know. The movie is not just one of the best boxing movies, but one of the best movies, period. For a drinking game, take a sip every time the f word is used. See if you can make it to the end of the movie.
2006-06-22 21:03:28 · answer #3 · answered by Krex 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Cinderella Man
2006-06-22 21:00:13 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
The Champ
2006-06-22 21:00:46 · answer #5 · answered by MOI 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ali
2006-06-22 20:59:32 · answer #6 · answered by Oh, Natey-O! 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
the main event?
Streets of gold?
the harder they fall?
Gentleman Jim?
the Boxer?
Fat City?
Someone up there Likes me?
When we were kings?
Body and Soul?
2006-06-22 21:44:56 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Could it possibly be Diggstown?
2006-06-22 21:44:20 · answer #8 · answered by wolflady 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
how about play it to the bone with antonio banderas
2006-06-22 20:59:14 · answer #9 · answered by dippset211@sbcglobal.net 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
million dollar baby
2006-06-22 20:59:31 · answer #10 · answered by michael 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋