What a cast — Clint Eastwood, Hilary Swank, and Morgan Freeman, all delivering gripping, emotionally grounded performances. I went into Million Dollar Baby knowing nothing, and that was the perfect setup for the twist two-thirds into the film to hit me with full emotional force.
As someone who watches combat sports, this film captures the emotional rollercoaster perfectly. It mirrors the feeling of watching a beloved fighter rise through the ranks, looking unstoppable — only to be reminded of the…