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The Fighter is a 2010 American biographical sports drama film directed by David O. Russell, and stars Mark Wahlberg (who also produced), Christian Bale, Amy Adams, and Melissa Leo. The film centers on the lives of professional boxer Micky Ward (Wahlberg) and his older half-brother and former boxer Dicky Eklund (Bale).
Dec 17, 2010 · The Fighter: Directed by David O. Russell. With Mark Wahlberg, Christian Bale, Amy Adams, Melissa Leo. Based on the story of Micky Ward, a fledgling boxer who tries to escape the shadow of his more famous but troubled older boxing brother and get his own shot at greatness.
Led by a trio of captivating performances from Mark Wahlberg, Christian Bale, and Amy Adams, The Fighter is a solidly entertaining, albeit predictable, entry in the boxing drama genre.
- Drama, Biography
Synopsis. As a welterweight from the wrong side of the tracks, Dickie Eklund is the pride of working class Lowell, Massachusetts. Living in his shadow is his half-brother and sparring partner Micky Ward. It's part of the Irish pride to let Dickie lead the way and win a championship belt first.
The Fighter. Two brothers come together to train for a historic boxing title bout. Despite their explosive relationship, their bond hopes to reunite their fractured family and bring pride to their hard-luck town. 3,250 IMDb 7.8 1 h 55 min 2010. X-Ray R. Drama · Action · Emotional · Gritty. Available to rent or buy. Rent. HD $4.29. Buy. HD $14.99.
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Mark Wahlberg stars in Paramount Pictures' inspirational docudrama exploring the remarkable rise of Massachusetts-born lightweight title winner "Irish" Micky Ward.
The Fighter (2010) Based on the rise of Boston boxer 'Irish' Mickey Ward, who won the world lightweight title with the help of his trainer brother, Dick Eklund. IMDb 7.8 1 h 55 min 2010
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Dec 10, 2010 · Overview. Boxer "Irish" Micky Ward's unlikely road to the world light welterweight title. His Rocky-like rise was shepherded by half-brother Dicky, a boxer-turned-trainer who rebounded in life after nearly being KO'd by drugs and crime. Eric Johnson. Screenplay, Story.
