Million Dollar Baby...

 
No, this post isn't going to be about Randy Moss. It's the name of the new Clint Eastwood movie which he directed, acted in, produced, and created the soundtrack. This movie is PHENOMENAL! I went in expecting to see your typical sports movie, but it is way much more than that. This isn't "Rocky" in the slightest. I really want to give away the plot, but I won't. All I can say is that this film, while being a sports movie as it's central theme, is much more about humanity and human relationships than any film I've seen in a long time. I really think it will deserve the Best Picture Oscar it's up for. I haven't seen the other nominees yet, but I guarantee this film earns any awards that comes its way. The direction and perforamnces are 100% class. I'm now convinced that Eastwood is a superior director (Bird, Unforgiven, Mystic River, every one a classic) than most working in Hollywood today. He's able to get something from his actors that I can't quite put a finger on. (Just see Sean Penn's performance in Mystic River for proof). The lighting in a Eastwood film is always a treat, and this one is no different. His dimly lit scenes are always classic. See this movie!