Raging Bull
 
Based on the life of boxer Jake LaMotta, this partnership between Martin Scorsese and Robert De Niro projected unflinching realism and grit. De Niro’s portrayal of the combustible, volatile boxer is a testament to his dedication to immersive acting, which allowed Scorsese to craft a physically and emotionally nerve-wracking movie that retains it spellbinding qualities. Undoubtedly one of the best, if not most powerful pieces of cinema to come out of the Scorsese/De Niro team, which also featured great performances from Joe Pesci and Cathy Moriarty.
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