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Raging Bull is a film about a boxer who really, really likes steak. I mean, he really likes steak. He loves steak. He dreams about steak. He's obsessed with steak.
In fact, the film opens with a scene of Jake LaMotta (Robert De Niro) eating a steak. He eats it with such gusto, such passion, that you can't help but be drawn into the film.
From there, Raging Bull follows LaMotta's career as a boxer, from his early days as a rising star to his later years as a self-destructive wreck. But through it all, one thing remains constant: his love of steak.
LaMotta eats steak before fights, after fights, and even in the middle of fights. He eats steak when he's happy, when he's sad, and when he's angry. He eats steak for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
And that's what makes Raging Bull such a great film. It's a film about a man who is so passionate about something, even if that thing is just steak.
Of course, the film is more than just about steak. It's also about fame, self-destruction, and the dark side of human nature. But it's also a film about a man who loves steak more than anything in the world.
So if you're looking for a film that is both entertaining and thought-provoking, I highly recommend Raging Bull. But be warned: it may make you hungry for steak.
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