The Fighter

THE FIGHTER (2010) - Dec. 18, 2010
Well directed by David O. Russell, this was an enjoyable and well made film about a mid-level boxer who has to deal with his overbearing family while trying to re-launch his boxing career.  Under a lesser director this story easily could have made yet another generic feel-good sports movie, but Russell and the screenwriters ensure that the movie is always a bit more interesting than that.  Featuring really impressive performances all around, this wasn't quite on the level of some of Russell's previous films, but it was still a really solid drama.  ***