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All the books by Jake Lamotta adapted to cinema and television, ranked
The works by Jake Lamotta, known for titles such as Raging Bull: My Story or Bronx bull, Raging bull II, have been adapted several times to cinema and television.
Below, we present a ranked list, from best to worst, of 2 movies and TV series based on titles by Jake Lamotta. Revisit old favorites or discover hidden gems, whether books or film productions. We invite you to watch, read, and vote for any title, joining the debate of whether the book or the movie is better.
Raging Bull: My Story
Jake LaMotta, Peter Savage, Joseph Carter, 1970
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Martin Scorsese, 1980
In 1941, LaMotta is in a major boxing match against Jimmy Reeves, where he suffered his first loss. Jake’s brother, Joey LaMotta, discusses a potential shot for the middleweight title with one of his Mafia connections, Salvy Batts. That’s the starting point of the life story of boxer Jake LaMotta, whose violence and temper that led him to the top in the ring destroyed his life outside of it.
Bronx bull, Raging bull II
Chris Anderson, Sharon McGehee, Jake LaMotta, 1986
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Martin Guigui, 2016
The movie portrays the turbulent real-life journey of the legendary boxing champion, Jake LaMotta, detailing his ascent as a world-class boxer and his battles with life beyond the ring. It provides an unwaveringly candid glimpse into the mindset of a true champion.