In the movie Bleed For This, World Champion Boxer Vinny Pazienza (Miles Teller) rocketed to fame when he overwhelmed undefeated champion Gilbert Dale in 1991, but his career in the ring was cut short when a near-fatal car accident meant he might never walk again.
Against doctors’ orders, and with the help of infamous trainer Kevin Rooney (Aaron Eckhart), he was able to make a triumphant return after months of training.