After nearly 40 episodes, Big Screen Sports is finally stepping in the ring by breaking down the fantastic 2005 boxing film "Cinderella Man."
Boxing writer, historian, & podcaster Michael Montero (@MonteroOnBoxing) joins in to talk all aspects of the movie, including the excellent in-ring camera work, the film's respect to the historical features, and Paul Giamatti's powerhouse performance.
7:20 - Hall of Fame Boxing Movie?
13:15 - Fights Were a Slugfest
20:05 - The Real Max Baer
25:00 - Best Scenes
34:00 - Most/Least Authentic Aspects
51:55 - A Tribute to Paul Giamatti as Joe Gould
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