The Bronx Bull

The Bronx Bull is a 2016 biographical drama film based on the life of former world champion boxer, Jake LaMotta. The movie is directed by Martin Guigui and features William Forsythe as Jake LaMotta, Joe Mantegna as Rick Rosselli, and Tom Sizemore as Tony Connelly.

The film tells the story of Jake LaMotta, a middleweight boxer from the Bronx who rises to fame in the 1940s and 1950s. The movie explores his life both inside and outside the ring, chronicling his battles in and out of boxing gloves.

The Bronx Bull begins with Jake LaMotta as an old man, reflecting on his life and career. He is running a nightclub in Miami at this point and is struggling to keep his business afloat. The movie then flashes back to the 1940s when Jake was an up-and-coming boxer.

Throughout the film, we see Jake's journey to become a world champion boxer. He trains relentlessly with his brother Joey LaMotta and works his way up the ranks, eventually securing a title shot against Sugar Ray Robinson.

The boxing scenes in The Bronx Bull are intense and gritty, capturing the brutality of the sport. Jake's fights are not just physical battles, but emotional ones as well. We see the toll that the sport takes on him, both in and out of the ring.

The movie also explores Jake's personal life, including his relationships with his wives and his brother. We see Jake's struggles with jealousy, infidelity, and violence. The Bronx Bull does not shy away from the darker aspects of Jake's personality, and we see him at his lowest points.

Despite Jake's personal struggles, he continues to dominate the boxing world. He becomes a household name, but his fame comes at a cost. The film shows the audience the price of success and the toll it takes on Jake's relationships.

William Forsythe delivers a stunning performance as Jake LaMotta, capturing the boxer's toughness, vulnerability, and emotional depth. Joe Mantegna and Tom Sizemore also deliver strong performances as Rick Rosselli and Tony Connelly, respectively.

The Bronx Bull is a gripping biopic that does justice to the story of Jake LaMotta. It is a gritty, intense film that explores the highs and lows of a boxer's life. The movie is a must-see for fans of boxing and biographical dramas.