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I was inspired by the movie and took my sons James and Scott to see it yeterday. Today James said, 'Dad, today is 70 years ago Braddock beat Baer for the Title!"

I have seen the movie four times I went today June 13, 2005. Just to get the movie Stub 70 years to the day of the great fight Jimmy Braddock vs. Max Bear June 13, 1935. My father went with me to see it also what a great movie. Too me James Braddock is one hell of a great guy.



Thanks all so much

Thomas James Doherty
Madisonville La.

What a wonderful movie! I was born in 1931 and lived through the Great Depression. It was portrayed as it really existed. Those who had money made even more, while those without ended up with less. I recall listening to the Joe Louis- Jimmy Bradock fight with my family. The heavy weight championship on the radio was a very big deal in those days.

Great movie about a great man. We took our 14 yr old son and he loved it too. More kids should see it and learn to appreciate a true champion and a hero who had real values and convictions. What a legacy for his children and grandchildren. I thought the underlying love story of Jim and Mae was also inspiring.

The best part about this wonderful film is that it is a true story. It is nice that someone of Jim Braddock's character really did end up as a champion.

Normally I would never go to a movie about "boxing", but a friend wanted to go, and I was not sorry. I thoroughly enjoyed it, and felt it really brought out the warm humanity of the man, well played by Russell Crowe. I shed a tear or two. The whole cast was great, and I've enjoyed reading your bio of Braddock on this website.

I'm 32 years old, and i have to say that this is the best movie i have ever seen...i'm gonna go back on Friday and watch it again and buy the DVD when it comes out...what courage, determination and dedication to family and he's IRISH!!!! Great story......the best movie i have ever seen !

Great movie, great man, excellent website. Thanks for all the information about Jim Braddock, he is truly an inspiration for the average guy. We need more movies about real heroes like James J. Braddock. This movie was a serious joy. May the spirit of this man and his love and devotion live in all of us.

I took my mom to see this movie because "russell crowe is handsome". This turned out to be the best movie I have seen in a long long time! Just Excellent! Not being a boxing fan; I was on the edge of my seat not knowing who would win each match. You could tell alot of times, the audience just wanted to shout or cheer outloud, but held it back...This movie deserves a standing ovation. Hooray for another wonderful Ron Howard film! And I enjoyed also finding out the true story of the this man JAMES J BRADDOCK, a true hero. This would make a great movie to take Dad to on father's day...in fact a good movie for everyone! I will be taking my husband and kids this weekend!

I just saw the movie today, the 13th. I didn't know it was the 70th anniversary before I saw it. I thought the movie was the best I've seen in a long time. I'm glad I know something about James Braddock's life. I'm Irish too!

I just finished watching the movie tonight and it was by far one of the best movies I have seen in a long time. Great actors great story. It really influenced me to study and read more about Jim Braddock.

I took an elderly Benedictine monk to see Ron Howard's film today. Imagine my surprise during the film to learn that today was the actual 70th anniversary of this great sports upset!! I was quite honored to mark this occasion. It is wonderful for the descendents of Jimmy and Mae Braddock to have such a legacy to be proud of. Being of Irish descent myself, I came away from the film very proud myself. May their souls rest in peace!

I saw this movie on sunday and thought it was great. I didn't want to see it at first but my parents convinced me. this movie exceeded my excpectations and really surprised me. I think this was a great Ron Howard flim

On this 70th Anniversary, it is my true honour to express the deep felt emotion and respect I gained for this man and his famliy after watching their story on Saturday. Thank you for sharing such a shiny moment in the history of North American Mankind.

A great American hero. I was pleased to learn about him. More fathers should be as he was.

Sure to be an Oscar winner!! Ampther Ron Howard masterpice. Russell Crowe gives an honest portrayal (his best since A Beautful Mind) of a hard-working, everyday Joe, who is driven by love and devotion to his family. Great acting by Pauk Giamatti and Rene Zellweger,
Great cinematography--you felt you were in the Great Depression. I am sorry I was not around to see Mr Braddock in the 30s. He defines good family man & great human being. A film all should srr. Now i know where Stallone got his inspiration for Rocky.

All 6 Rocky's in one and a true story of an excellent CHAMP! Also a great website to honor him!

I thoroughly enjoyed this movie, even though some of the fight scenes made my heart race and my stomach a little squeamish. One of the things that impressed me most about this movie was the portrayal of love James Braddock had for his family and his temperance. This movie is a definite must see!

I just saw the movie....Wow, what a great film! I came right home and looked up James J. Braddock on the internet and found this site. This movie and Braddock's life trump all the Rocky movies put together.

I grew in a boxing family. I have trained ever since I could remember. I think the Cinderella Man is more a movie of guts, family and never give up. Great Job Ron Howard and cast! No standing 8 this one is a big KO!!

THE MOVIE WAS GREAT . MY HUSBAND WENT TO LINCOLN SCHOOL IN NORTH BERGEN MR. BRADDOCK WOULD DONATE HIS TIME TO TRAIN WITH THE BOYS. MY FATHER-INLAW WHO IS 97 WOULD TALK ABOUT THE FIGHTS.

I have had the opportunity to see the film three times. James J Braddock epitomizes the essence of charater, work ehtic, and devotion for his family. With out question, this movie will sweep the Oscars in every major catergory. A GREAT movie !!! I plan to see it again.

what a man,iwish icould have known him!!!!!!!!!!!!!
pete

Cinderella Man was an exceptional movie. The fight scenes were amazing and the portrayal of Braddock and his family awe-inspiring. As a resident of Toronto, I passed the "Madison Square Garden" set every day on my way to work. The crew transformed a block of our city into a vision of the past and every day I felt as if something great was about to happen on screen. Congrats to the crew, actors and to Ron Howard for making that happen.

I saw the movie saturday night. It was 10x better than I expected. What an inspiration he was to his family, North Bergen and the rest of the nation. I am proud to be born and raised in North Bergen, New Jersey. My dad was lucky enough to meet Mr. Braddock when he came to Lincoln School to help teach the neighboorhood kids boxing. I can't wait to see it a second time. Guy & Raymond, send me an email if you see this. Frankie.