The Champ
Billy used to be a great boxer, but he's settled into a hardscrabble life that revolves around drinking, training horses, and the one bright spot in his existence — his young son, T.J. Although Billy has had custody of T.J. since his wife, Annie, left the family years ago, her return prompts a new struggle for the former fighter. Determined to hold on to his son, Billy gets back into the ring to try and recapture his past success.
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- Cast：
- Jon Voight , Faye Dunaway , Ricky Schroder , Jack Warden , Arthur Hill , Strother Martin , Joan Blondell
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Highly Overrated But Still Good
It really made me laugh, but for some moments I was tearing up because I could relate so much.
Although I seem to have had higher expectations than I thought, the movie is super entertaining.
One of the film's great tricks is that, for a time, you think it will go down a rabbit hole of unrealistic glorification.
Looking T.J.'s tear, Hearing Dave Grusin's music, I cannot stop weeping. I think a directing is not good enough, but the player is the best for this movie. And Dave Grusin's music is match to this movie.The Champ is a movie, moving my heart. I summarized this movie story in a few minutes.See below link. http://youtu.be/hYOLrRwMf3wFor the dream of son... Not to leave T.J. again...Dad steps into the ring again. And, He shows the greatest match which rings T.J.'s mind.Father's love. That is stronger than death. His love is forever.
This film is one of the few films underrated for no good reason. Being a media student, i really loved the film. The theme is good but the screenplay is even better. Though it is a 1970's movie... it really holds your attention. The acting was remarkable. I have no idea why this movie has a rating of only 6.1 .... The theme is a kinda similar to that of "The Wrestler", though the story line is different but former is a little more realistic than the latter ... This film definitely deserves an Oscar. It was a hit during those days but now the movie has lost its popularity. Do not go by how old the movie is ... It is BEAUTIFUL!!!
I'm shocked by how deeply disrespected this film is. Not only is it a wonderful, touching film - but a masterpiece demonstration in character study. In essence, this is a love story. Not a traditional one, mind you - but a story of incredible love between a father and son. The acting is, across the board - PHENOMENAL. I would even argue that Ricky Schroders performance (especially considering his age), is among the very best in the ENTIRE history of cinema. I don't believe that to be even a mild exaggeration. To watch the incredible and genuine love between father and son is remarkable. I've always been and shall remain blown away by this film. Easily one of my favorite movies ever.
If you're a bloke and you don't like the idea of anybody seeing you cry, watch this film on your own. Yes it is that sad.Really well made and brilliant performances all round, the kid TJ is one of the sweetest kids I've ever seen on screen, absolutely adorable with bags of talent. John Voight was brilliant as well as a down on his luck ex boxer who's just trying to make a good life for himself and his son. The story is one that I'm sure many can relate with, whether you're a single parent, have a great relationship with your father or can simply appreciate a film with strong acting. If you have a son that loves you as much as TJ loved 'the champ' your very lucky and should treat each day as your last. The only other film that had me welling up like this was the Imitation of Life also well worth a look , but have tissues to hand! This review is coming from a cynical bloke too! CBR