Still one of the strongest of Russell’s films, The Fighter is one of few boxing movies (Scorsese’s Raging Bull is another one), where the fights outside the ring outweigh the ones inside.
Oscar: Best Picture–Sports Movies, David O. Russell’s “The Fighter,” with Oscar Winners Christian Bale and Melissa Leo
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Oscar: Sports Films–Mangold’s “Ford v Ferrari” (2019), Best Picture Nominee
August 3, 2024 by
Oscar: Sports Films–Mangold’s “Ford v Ferrari” (2019), Best Picture Nominee
Oscar Directors: Lelouch, Claude (Oscar Winner “A Man and a Woman”) Honored with Cartier Glory to Filmmaker Award (Venice Film Fest 2024)
August 1, 2024 by
Venice will also screen his latest feature, Finalement, starring Kad Merad, out of competition.
Movie Genres: Sports Pictures at the Oscars–Chariots of Fire, British Winner, 1981
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Viewers remember vividly the score of Chariots of Fire, more than anything else. The movie is one of the least talked-about winners, though it is not a bad film, just a mediocre one.
Oscar Directors: Friedkin, William–“French Connection,” “The Exorcist” (One of Hollywood Best Filmmakers
July 7, 2024 by
William Friedkin is a chameleon in choice of genres, though he does have a signature directing style.
