Rated PG-13 for language and violence
Starring Robert DeNiro, Sylvester Stallone, Kim Basinger, Kevin Hart,
Directed by Peter Segal
The Story:
In the 1980s, there were two boxers from Pennsylvania who were rivals for the belt: Billy "The Kid" McDonnen (DeNiro) and Henry "Razor" Sharp (Stallone). They had two epic encounters, splitting both, however before they could have the third, deciding match, Razor retired from the ring. Now, 30 years later, promoter Dante Slate Jr. (Hart) is trying to put the two back in the ring to settle the score and enjoy a huge payday for everyone. Will it happen, or will the old guys die trying?
I was quite surprised by how much I enjoyed this film.
I wasn't expecting too terribly much, but it was engaging and it seemed like Stallone and DeNiro were having a blast playing off their 80s successes as two stubborn mules who are on a collision course with one another.
I mean, how often do you get to see Rocky vs Raging Bull?
Naturally, part of the reason that Sharp retired was because of a lady (Basinger) who enjoys a complicated relationship between both of the boxers.
However there is more to the retirement than meets the eye...
Alas, I've already said too much!
Rounding out the cast is Kevin Hart as the intentional comic relief as the promoter who is trying to get paid, and to get this bout off the ground.
It's an uphill battle, but he's determined to make it work.
And make it rich!
Give it a shot, I think you'll enjoy it.
Final Grade: Solid B
Rewatchability/Purchase Factor: While this won't make the Top 10 list of the year, I would have no problem owning or watching it again in the future.
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