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Million Dollar Baby (2004)

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Reviews Counted:224

Fresh:204

Rotten:20

Average Rating:8.3/10

Consensus: Critics are calling Clint Eastwood's latest a knockout, with fine performances and filmmaking that elevate clichéd material to new emotional heights.

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Rated: PG-13 [See Full Rating] for violence, some disturbing images, thematic material and language

Runtime: 2 hr. 17 min.

Genre: Drama, Romance

Theatrical Release: Dec 15, 2004 Wide

Box Office: $100.4M

Synopsis: In the wake of a painful estrangement from his daughter, boxing trainer Frankie Dunn has been unwilling to let himself get close to anyone for a very... In the wake of a painful estrangement from his daughter, boxing trainer Frankie Dunn has been unwilling to let himself get close to anyone for a very long time--then Maggie Fitzgerald walks into his gym. In a life of constant struggle, Maggie's gotten herself this far on raw talent, unshakable focus and a tremendous force of will. But more than anything, she wants someone to believe in her. The last thing Frankie needs is that kind of responsibility-- let alone that kind of risk--but won over by Maggie's sheer determination, he begrudgingly agrees to take her on. In turns exasperating and inspiring each other, the two come to discover that they share a common spirit that transcends the pain and loss of their pasts, and they find in each other a sense of family they lost long ago. Yet, they both face a battle that will demand more heart and courage than any they've ever known. [More]

Starring: Clint Eastwood, Hilary Swank, Morgan Freeman, Anthony Mackie

Starring: Clint Eastwood, Hilary Swank, Morgan Freeman, Anthony Mackie, Jay Baruchel, Mike Colter, Lucia Rijker, Brian F. O'Byrne, Margo Martindale, Riki Lindhome, Ned Eisenberg, Brian Finney, Ted Grossman, Bruce MacVittie, Tom McCleister, Marco Rodriguez, Spice Williams, Susan Krebs, Steven M. Porter, Miguel Pérez, Joe D'Angerio, Mark Chait, Michael Pena, Erica Grant, Mark Thomason, Kim Strauss, Benito Martinez, Jamison Yang, Ming Lo, V.J. Foster, Dave A. Powledge, Naveen, Bruce Forman, Morgan Eastwood, Dean Familton, Dr. Louis Moret, Jon D. Scholore II, Marty Sammon, Ray Corona, Jim Cantafio, Roy Nugent, Don Familton, Rob Maron, Kirsten Berman, Sunshine Chantal Parkman, Kim Dannenberg, Eddie Bates

Director: Clint Eastwood

Director: Clint Eastwood
Screenwriter: Paul Haggis
Producer: Tom Rosenberg, Albert S. Ruddy, Clint Eastwood, Paul Haggis
Distributor: Warner Bros. Pictures

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Clint Eastwood can do it all.

Full Review Source: Cinema Crazed | comment Comment
Apr 29, 2009
Felix Vasquez Jr.
Felix Vasquez Jr.
Cinema Crazed

"Million Dollar Baby" is a tragic film about an innately paternal man's desperate need to overcome his own emotional traps and the loyal girl who facilitates his growth by her steely will and stubborn drive.

Full Review Source: ColeSmithey.com | comment Comment
Apr 18, 2009
Cole Smithey
Cole Smithey
ColeSmithey.com

This is an actor's piece, and Eastwood, Freeman, and Swank all deliver performances equal to or perhaps greater than any they've done in recent memory.

Full Review Source: CHUD | comment Comment
Feb 27, 2009
Nick Nunziata
Nick Nunziata
CHUD

Million Dollar Baby adds to Clint Eastwood's legacy in ways we might not have expected. It explores emotional terrain as he hasn't done before, and it gives him a kind of role that he has never had before.

Full Review Source: Bright Lights Film Journal | comment Comment
Feb 2, 2009
Tony Macklin
Tony Macklin
Bright Lights Film Journal

Just when you think he should be retiring, Clint Eastwood throws another one-two punch.

Full Review Source: Hollywood.com | comment Comment
Nov 20, 2008
Kit Bowen
Kit Bowen
Hollywood.com

Like Eastwood, it's a relic that dazzles you with its footwork, daring and class.

Full Review Source: TIME Magazine | comment Comment
Aug 1, 2008
Richard Corliss
Richard Corliss
TIME Magazine
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This is Eastwood's weakest work in years, perhaps because it yokes itself to a hot-button theme instead of a story that resonates.

Full Review Source: eFilmCritic.com | comment 8 Comments
Jul 18, 2008
Rob Gonsalves
Rob Gonsalves
eFilmCritic.com

A devastating act of mercy for one character may very well cost the soul of another.

Full Review Source: BrandonFibbs.com | comment Comment
Feb 28, 2008
Brandon Fibbs
Brandon Fibbs
BrandonFibbs.com

After the somewhat hysterical Mystic River - a flawed work dominated by a powerhouse performance from Sean Penn - this is a far more balanced piece, anchored by three terrific turns and some lean direction from Eastwood.

Full Review Source: Film4 | comment Comment
Feb 20, 2008
James Mottram
James Mottram
Film4

Easily Mr. Eastwood's best film since Unforgiven.

Full Review Source: Big Picture Big Sound | comment Comment
Jul 14, 2007
Joe Lozito
Joe Lozito
Big Picture Big Sound

Million Dollar Baby is a strong contender, but it suffers a TKO in the last round.

Full Review Source: Movie Mom at Yahoo! Movies | comment 5 Comments
Mar 3, 2007
Nell Minow
Nell Minow
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Clint Eastwood's Million Dollar Baby is a masterpiece, pure and simple, deep and true.

Full Review Source: Chicago Sun-Times | comment Comment
Feb 6, 2007
Roger Ebert
Roger Ebert
Chicago Sun-Times
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Oct 21, 2006
Leonard Maltin
Leonard Maltin
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what's great about Eastwood, is how he turns cliche to cinematic archetype, and throws in a modern twist at the same time

Full Review Source: Movies for the Masses | comment Comment
Sep 10, 2006
Joseph Proimakis
Joseph Proimakis
Movies for the Masses

Quietly quite magnificent.

Full Review Source: Time Out | comment Comment
Jun 24, 2006
Geoff Andrew
Geoff Andrew
Time Out

To steal from Ali, this one floats like a butterfly and stings like a bee.

Full Review Source: Empire Magazine | comment Comment
Apr 1, 2006
Colin Kennedy
Colin Kennedy
Empire Magazine

Performances throughout are superb.

Full Review Source: Sydney Morning Herald | comment Comment
Jan 17, 2006
Jim Schembri
Jim Schembri
Sydney Morning Herald

Though conventional in many respects, it feels like no other boxing film ever made, due largely to Eastwood's unmistakable presence on both sides of the camera.

Full Review Source: AV Club | comment Comment
Sep 26, 2005
Scott Tobias
Scott Tobias
AV Club

Not glitzy or glamorous, but solidly written, acted, and photographed

Full Review Source: Movie Habit | comment Comment
Sep 1, 2005
Marty Mapes
Marty Mapes
Movie Habit

Clint Eastwood elicits yet another remarkable performance from a young actor.

Full Review Source: PopMatters | comment Comment
Jul 29, 2005
Cynthia Fuchs
Cynthia Fuchs
PopMatters
 
 
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