
A 2005 American biographical sports drama film directed by Ron Howard, starring Russell Crowe as boxer James J. Braddock. The film depicts Braddock's unlikely comeback from poverty to become a heavyweight boxing champion during the Great Depression.
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"Russell Crowe mentions 'Cinderella Man' in the context of a story told by Joey Diaz, recalling the premiere of 'The Longest Yard' happening the same week 'Cinderella Man' was released. He also later references training for the film."



