James Braddock is a boxer down on his luck like every other Depression era American. Despite being banned from boxing due to some injury-related performances in the ring, he gets a back-door opportunity to fight again. This time, he is not only fighting for the health and safety of his family, but for the hopes and dreams of every other man in America. When his wife, Mae, comes to see him before his biggest fight, it may be my favorite movie scene of all time. It always wrecks me. This true story is one of the more inspiring tales you will ever see.

• IMDB 8.0

• Rotten Tomatoes 81%/90%

• (PG-13)