Love how they captured and compared the two!
This video compares footage from the championship bout between Micky Ward and Shea Neary that provides “The Fighter” with its climax side by side with footage of the HBO broadcast of the actual fight.
The comparison sheds light on how the filmmakers aimed to realistically re-enact the fight while indulging in old-school Hollywood dramatic effects, two approaches that you would think would be at cross-purposes. Did they try to have their cake and eat it, or blend the best of both worlds? See for yourself.
Chris Rouse says
Gosh, John. How much flack are you going to get for posting a video with that much R-rated language in it? I liked the concept of the video but it was a little hard to follow at times. But definitely an interesting look at the historical even verses the Hollywood version.
John Saddington says
yeah. but, this community can handle it. 😉
i hope.