About Bleed For This

'Bleed for This' is an inspiring biographical boxing film released in 2016, supervised by Ben Younger, who also wrote the screenplay. The movie admirably portrays the inspiring comeback story of World Champion Boxer Vinny Pazienza.

After a near-fatal car accident, Pazienza is told he may never walk again. With the assistance of his trainer, Kevin Rooney, Pazienza manages to make a triumphant return to the ring, overcoming this adversity against all odds to reclaim his title belt.

Making / Production

The film is produced by Bruce Cohen, Emma Tillinger Koskoff, Chad A. Verdi, and Noah Kraft, with Martin Scorsese serving as the executive producer. Shot in Rhode Island, the film wonderfully showcases the '80s boxing scene and the miraculous comeback of Vinny.

Actors

• Miles Teller plays Vinny Pazienza, effectively capturing the raw tenacity and unyielding resilience required of Pazienza for his comeback.
• Aaron Eckhart plays Kevin Rooney, Pazienza's trainer. Eckhart gives an outstanding performance as the beleaguered trainer who stands by Vinny through his trials.
• Ciarán Hinds plays Angelo Pazienza, Vinny's father. His role as the concerned but supportive father is wonderfully portrayed.
• Katey Sagal plays Louise Pazienza, Vinny's mother, whose unwavering faith adds depth to the narrative.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The movie is based on the true story of Vinny Pazienza's come back.
• Vinny Pazienza himself was involved in the production of the movie.
• The actual comeback fight of Vinny took place at the Foxwoods Resort Casino in Connecticut.

Awards

Bleed for This was nominated for several awards, including the AARP Movies for Grownups Award for 'Best Actor' for Miles Teller, demonstrating the acclaim the film and its actors received.

Quotes

• "I got more in me."
• "We are all gonna die, might as well do it while we're living."
• "I know exactly how to give up. You know what scares me Kev? Is that it's easy."

Music, Soundtrack

• "Too Dry To Cry" - Willis Earl Beal
• "Tuff Enuff" - The Fabulous Thunderbirds
• "Rumble" - Link Wray