Raging Bull (Criterion Collection)

First of all I think that Martin Scorsese is one of the best directors out there, and this movie clearly shows why. The movie looks great in black and white, you would think that it was made in the 1940's, the acting by the main cast, as well as the rest of the cast is great and the story is great. Now I don't know much about the real Jake La Motta or his career, but I would have to say that this movie is really well done. It gives you a realistic account of what being a struggling boxer is like, with all of the weight that you have to gain and lose, all of the stress that is involved in being a boxer and trying to become a champion, and the toll that all of this can have on your mind and body. The only issue that I have with this movie, is that the fights are not that long, all you see on most of the fights is a few shots being thrown and then it is over. Also as much as I think this movie looks great in black and white, I wish that they would have released a colorized version with this blu ray, this is the 21st century after all and I think that it would have made some of the scenes pop a little bit more. All in all I give this movie 8/10.P.S if you want to see another movie about the life of Jake La Motta, there is another movie called The Bronx Bull, starring William Forsythe.

Movie is exellent. Sound and picture are superb.

A lot of people feel this is De Nero’s best film, and though I prefer Taxi Driver, who am I to argue? Most certainly the tale of Jake La Motta, is an action – packed, real life epic. Jake is still going strong at 93!Raging Bull was not a big box office success; time has been more than kind to the film, now of course it’s regarded as a classic.De Nero had already won his first Oscar in Godfather 11; this became his second - to date.The story is very true to LaMotta’s career. He fought Sugar Ray Robinson an incredible six times!De Nero, with his nose job, actually looks a little like LaMotta. For the latter part of the film, when Jake was fat, De Nero went away for several months of eating, and put on nearly five stones!Excellent film – I love the De Nero - Joe Pesci combo's – all great films.And finally, according to his biographies, LaMotta, was, as the film shows, a brute to his women. He’s been married six times and remains a very popular character in America.

I'm 61, and this is my first time watching this film. I was mesmerised. The whole film is an unrelenting car crash, of emotions. Such powerful performances, the sheer energy involved, is breathtaking.Definitely an all time greatest film.

Excellent film which seems to capture the rise and fall of a man struggling with his own personal demons.The filming, acting, dialogue and screenplay are brilliant, I would have given this film 5 stars but have only given 4 because of having to play the film at a high volume to hear some of the conversations. The film would then switch from a conversation to a boxing match and the sound would have to be turned down again. Given that this was a new Blu-ray disc and my player is new the fault lies with the sound production I guess.Anyway not disappointed, classic film.

This is a must see true story Movie ClassicWatch this film and you’ll watch it again and againA Robert Dinero all time great Fim

De Niro is simply awesome in this classic film of the brutality of man.Scorsese paw prints are all over the film and the cinematography is stunning.During the boxing matches you feel part of the match, and almost feel the pain of the punches. Outside the matches, you become part of the film and witness the brutality of the man, Jake LaMotta, and perhaps an insight into his mind and the elements that were replicated between the boxing and personal life.

I bought the film primarily to replace the VHS tape I had. This film always remains a firm favourite of mine, a timeless classic. The DVD arrived in good time and was in reasonable condition, slight wear to the outer case which had been stated in the product description. This remains one of my top three De Niro films.