Another Movie about the Depression

Movies and Television

2003 — Seabiscuit

True story of the undersized Depression-era racehorse whose victories lifted not only the spirits of the three-man team behind it but also those of the nation as well.

June 2005 — Cinderella Man (Russell Crowe) 

True story of Depression-era fighter and folk hero Jim Braddock, who defeated heavyweight champ Max Baer in a 15-round slugfest in 1935.  When America was on its knees, he brought us to our feet.

2007  Leap of Faith  (currently on page 15 of the screenplay; waiting to see if Cinderella Man is successful)  

The true story of Depression-era frog, Jumpy Jones, whose underdog victory against "Mighty Green" in the annual frog jumping contest lifted the spirit of the nation and brought us to our feet. 

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posted by Neil on 04.28.05 @ 9:41 pm |

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