# The Fighter (2010)

> A determined Lowell boxer must claim his own path to a world title while confronting the addiction, ambition, and loyalty binding his fractured family together.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/29946

## Facts

- Runtime: 116 min
- Genres: Drama
- Director: David O. Russell
- Cast: Mark Wahlberg, Christian Bale, Amy Adams, Melissa Leo, Mickey O'Keefe, Jack McGee, Melissa McMeekin, Bianca Hunter
- TMDB rating: 7.4/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0964517/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: brisk
- Intensity: strong
- Complexity: accessible
- Violence: moderate
- Mood: gritty, volatile, emotionally charged, sports movie night, inspirational viewing

## Synopsis

A gritty tale of resilience and redemption in the world of boxing.

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