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What 'The Fire Inside' Gets Right About the True Story
MovieWebStory by Brian Kirchgessner
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Breakout drama 'The Fire Inside' ignites Claressa Shields' inspiring true story of triumph against all odds in the boxing ring.
beat sheet
- Oscar-winner Janelle Monáe gives a powerhouse performance, capturing Shields' grit and determination with uncanny precision.
- The film's raw, unflinching portrayal of Shields' abusive upbringing has critics raving, cementing its status as an early Oscars contender.
call sheet
Claressa Shields, Janelle Monáe, The Fire Inside, The Fire Inside