Million Dollar Baby - Patti

Okay, so maybe we were a little late to the dance, but we just got around to seeing this incredible film. Everything you've heard is true. If you were curious why it won four Academy Awards and haven't seen it yet, then ask no more. Just go rent it. This film is truly a masterpiece.

Clint Eastwood proves that he is a triple threat with this one. Not only does he do an outstanding job with his portrayal of Frankie Dunn, an oldtime boxing trainer, but he also directed and created the musical score. I have always been a fan of Clint's, but this movie finally made one out of Rob.

Morgan Freeman and Hilary Swank round out the headlining cast. They completely embody their characters. Sometimes, they say nothing....but their eyes and stillness do the "talking." Everything, from the lighting to the incredible screenplay by Paul Haggis, plays a critical role in communicating the movie's feeling. Enjoy the highs and lows, keep the hanky nearby, and savor a finely crafted film.

VERDICT
WHO FELL ASLEEP: neither
WHO RECOMMENDS IT: both
BUY/RENT/SKIP: buy