Raging Bull (1980)

Drama
→ Influenced 3 films ← Inspired by 1 films

The life of boxer Jake LaMotta, whose violence and temper that led him to the top in the ring destroyed his life outside of it.

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On the Waterfront
On the Waterfront (1954)1

→ Influenced

Ali
Ali (2001)2
 Whiplash
Whiplash (2014)3
 The Color of Money
The Color of Money (1986)4

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Influenced By

  1. On the Waterfront (1954)
    "Another Scorsese film, "Raging Bull" delves into the life of boxer Jake LaMotta. The film's portrayal of a troubled protagonist and its gritty aesthetic are reminiscent of "On the Waterfront."" Mean Streets Wikipedia

Influenced

  1. Ali (2001)
    "Martin Scorsese's biographical film about boxer Jake LaMotta set a precedent for boxing films. *Ali* pays homage to *Raging Bull* through its fight sequences, with Mann adding his unique style to Scorsese's influence." Ali - Movie Review Tim Brayton Alternate Ending
  2. Whiplash (2014)
    "Chazelle cited Martin Scorsese's *Raging Bull* as a significant influence, noting the parallel between boxing and drumming as both involving a form of violence." Raging Bull Served As A Big Inspiration For Damien Chazelle's Whiplash Devin Meenan SlashFilm
  3. The Color of Money (1986)
    "Scorsese's own film about boxer Jake LaMotta influenced the visual style of "The Color of Money." The dynamic camerawork and expressionistic rendering of sports scenes in "Raging Bull" were echoed in the pool sequences of "The Color of Money."" Thedirectorsseries source