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What 'The Fire Inside' Gets Right About the True Story

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Story 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.
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  • 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.
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Claressa Shields, Janelle Monáe, The Fire Inside, The Fire Inside
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