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great movie! a big inspiration

''Always Keep Your Hands Up...!'' Great Movie, a Big Inspiration For Us All!

Braddock was a good fighter--not a slugger, and probably not a boxer of the caliber of Tunney, Sharkey, Charles, or Patterson; rather, he knew how to fight, how to hold, how to butt, how to counter punch. My father always referred to those skills as "cute."

Probably his greatest win was over Joe Louis--certainly not a pugilistic victory, rather, a financial one. In addition to the Lion's share of the gate, Braddock demanded 10 per cent of all of Louis' title fights (Louis defended his title 41 times). I doubt even Louis wound up with 10 per cent of the purse from those bouts.

I am a boy from Turkey.I just watched the movie " cinderella man " andi am nearly crying.It is a very effective life-story.Just congrulate him and his friends.J.Braddock was a real boxer and a real familyman...

My parents were about the same age as Jim and Mae's kids, at that time. It really makes me realize the struggles my grandparents went through to put food on the table. They probably had more of a problem staying cool (than warm) since the lived in Texas. The movie is a true inspiration to me on how if you want something bad enough you can get it by hard work, hope and prayer. I think this movie would be a good educational tool. Some kids don't realize how easy they have it and who they need to thank. thank you Jim and Mae.

WOW! What can you say about this man no one has already heard. I watch this movie 4 to 5 times a week. The life of Jim and Mae Braddock continue to be an inspiration today. The determination and faith this family had gives me strength to never give up and makes me remember that things could always be worse. This family set an example of honesty and integrity. I thank all of you who helped make this story come to life again. Once again "CINDERELLA MAN" has given hope to a new generation. God Bless You!!

My husband and I watched the movie "Cinderella Man", many thanks goes to the family of J.J.Braddock for reliving his ordeals through the depression of the 1930. What an amazing man he was, also his beloved wife Mae who stood by him through all the hard times. The Director Ron Howard did a wonderful job on this film, as did Russell Crowe as the great man himself James J.Braddock. Again to all his family I say God Bless.

Mr. Braddock exemplified the american spirit. A devoted husband, father, and last but not least, a champion. His story should be told more often, and his example should be followed more closely by all.

I have seen the 'Cinderella Man' movie and I really impressed by what Jimmy can do especially between his boxing career and take care his family! Maybe I can say that his life actually reflect the perfect 'American Dream' (even during the Great Depression time). I can say that his life base on the movie teach how is the importance of the family,loyalty to country,friendship and others good morals stories !

James J. Braddock doubtless set an example of determination and perseverance despite adversity in life.

Seen the movie probably about 50 times. Mae Braddock is just as much an inspiration for me to be a good wife as Jim Braddock is to be agood human. The world could use a lot more Braddocks. Thank you, family, for allowing this story to be told. LD

Jimmy the Bulldog is a story told to me by my grandfather ive known about his life for a long time my great grandfather said he gave my family a reason to get through the depression.
I know you are proud of Jimmy, so am i.

ABHAN Reagan U.S. Navy

We purchased the movie on dvd and loved it. Now when ever it's on cable we watch it where ever it is in the movie. My husband remembers his father talking of Max Baer and James Braddock but he never knew the scope of how he touched america during the depression. Thanks for making the story possible so all the world could experience an inspirational man.

Just watched the movie on HBO. Disgusted with the images of unnecessary civilian deaths on CNN, I casually tuned into the channel this lazy Sunday afternoon and I am extremely glad I did it. Was left with a lasting impression and surely have a different perspective of life now. I knew that the hadrships of life prepare you for better times, but qualities of perseverance & determination pay off so much, that's a take away for me. My hearty kudos to Russell Crowe, Renee Zellweger and Ron Howard. Of course their performance would not have been anything without the real life role-model - Jim Braddock. His wife Mae also has proved what the ideal wife is. Thank you both.

Just watched the movie on DVD. Although I always knew that Jimmy was one of boxing's best and didn't realize he overcame so much in the Great Depression and was such a great man and family guy.

i just watched the movie for the first time, did he really box with that much heart?>!!!! was the movie pretty close to reality? i just had to find out more about him. were he and his family "well" off after he won the world title? i hope so, if he was anything like russel crow portryaed him in the movie! thanks for the pictures.

An outstanding human being.

I knew nothing of James Braddock before watching the movie for the first time this weekend. What a great man fighting for a great cause. His family! I wish I was around in his time to see the raw determination. What a great man and movie!!

Cinderella Man was an excellent movie which i enjoyed greatly, it shows what heart and determination can do for a person .

What a great man who certainly overcame a lot of adversity! He certainly proved that persistence, integrity and faithfulness to God & Family are the makings of a true man. Great movie but an even greater human being!

It is my opinion that James J Braddock was a great American, a wonderful father and a loving husband. This man did what only you and I could dream of. Even when times were hard, this man stood up and did everything he could to better his family and their way of life! This man seemed to give so much back to the world even though the world was so hard on him and his family.
Why do we as Americans not read about men like this these days? Because...they just don't make them like that any more.
BTW, I have seen the movie "Cinderalla Man" more times then I can remember....and I still shed a tear EVERY time I watch it.

Thank you Mr. Braddock for all that you did for this nation and it's children during a time when we needed a HERO!!

Underdog is not a loser. Not quiting, but keeping it up. All hardship may bring you a taste of sweet, even a short one.

What a Man Mr.Braddock was,Father Husband,He had a dream and went for it. What a Movie, It may have been the best Movie I have ever seen,It had My Girlfriend and I standing in front of the TV Screeming jumping up and down clapping giving each other the high five,Round after Round, It was like we were at the fight, Thank You Jim and Mrs Braddock for sharing your story and life with us, God Bless you and your family. Thank you.

It was a great movie.I wonder did Mr. Braddock make more money in boxing or construction?I liked to know if the home he bought was modest ?I hope someone can get back to me.Thanks Mr. Braddock up in heaven.

bonjour ,,j ai vue le film dernierement et ca ma toucher droit au coeur de voir ce que cet homme a accomplis...tout simplement incroyable...