Common Sense Note

Parents need to know that the boxing scenes are intense, featuring slam-cuts, close-ups, brutal sound effects, and images of bloody, beaten flesh. The boxer and his family (including three young, adoring children) suffer poverty, cold winters with no heat, and hunger. Characters smoke, drink, use some language ("Go to hell"), and argue, sometimes vehemently. One character dies from a beating during a scuffle with police. The boxer and his wife kiss earnestly. The film's focus, however, is on its inspiring "message," namely, the underdog fighter -- too old, too small, and too out of practice -- returns to the ring, triumphant as if by sheer will and determination.

Sexual Content

Husband and wife kiss earnestly.

Violence

Boxing scenes are intense and effectively constructed.

Language

Mild.

Social Behavior

Some characters pick fights to assert manly reputations.

Consumerism

Boxer sells "" to media, through interviews.

Drugs / Tobacco / Alcohol

Characters drink beer, smoke cigarettes and cigars.