Hands of Stone

Weinstein Company, The | Release Date: August 26, 2016

5.9	USER SCORE Mixed or average reviews based on 40 Ratings

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EpicLadySpongeAug 26, 2016

Hands of Stone does try its hardest to survive throughout the entire 105 minutes. As a movie about a sport, I got to say it's not as bad as I thought it would. I admit that Robert De Niro is trying to step his feet back from the terribleHands of Stone does try its hardest to survive throughout the entire 105 minutes. As a movie about a sport, I got to say it's not as bad as I thought it would. I admit that Robert De Niro is trying to step his feet back from the terrible Dirty Grandpa, and let's just be honest here... he literally tried.… Expand

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HeyerdahlSep 1, 2016

Roberto Duran's (Edgar Ramirez) story goes beyond his rise, fall and comeback to the ring. Its shaped by the political turmoil in Panama during the 70's and the early 80's so when he confronts Sugar Ray Leonard (Usher), his stakes are as highRoberto Duran's (Edgar Ramirez) story goes beyond his rise, fall and comeback to the ring. Its shaped by the political turmoil in Panama during the 70's and the early 80's so when he confronts Sugar Ray Leonard (Usher), his stakes are as high as to carry along his nation's pride with him. His trainer Ray Arcel (DeNiro), shapes him from a bully in search for revenge, into a Champion who's at his best after he realizes dignity is much more than just winning the belt. Many have won fights but few fighters have won the respect of their foes as did Duran and Sugar Ray back in the days. True heroes with Hands Of Stone and Hearts of Gold.… Expand

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RicdelrioSep 1, 2016

Hands of Stone it's a love story. Duran's love for his country, Sugar Ray Leonard's love for his wife and Ray Arcel's love for Boxing. From the first frame we see how Ray (Robert DeNiro) returns to Madison Square Garden as anyone would returnHands of Stone it's a love story. Duran's love for his country, Sugar Ray Leonard's love for his wife and Ray Arcel's love for Boxing. From the first frame we see how Ray (Robert DeNiro) returns to Madison Square Garden as anyone would return to see an old lover. There, Duran's savage rumble seduces him enough to risk his life to see if there's any passion left in the sport. Fortunately, Hands of Stone is on a crusade determined to show the world Panama exists as a Nation. On the other corner, Sugar Ray Leonard (played by a ripped and charismatic Usher Raymond) gets drafted in Duran and Arcel's strategy and finds himself losing against all odds. Once Sugar Ray Leonard realizes he's been outsmarted at his own game, he gracefully reclaims the belt leaving Duran as a heartbroken man. Pushed by his beautiful wife and sobered up when Panama's beloved president is assassinated, Duran finds strength in his roots and becomes a true hero to his nation, this time helped not by his mentor but by his old time foe. Go see it, this is as close as any boxing film can get to true life.… Expand

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RicMakesSep 5, 2016

Hands of Stone story is exceptionally accurate and it's extraordinary characters are played by a top notched cast.

Lured by Roberto Duran's (Edgar Ramirez) raw passion as a fighter, Ray Arcel, played by a chameleonic Robert De Niro, comesHands of Stone story is exceptionally accurate and it's extraordinary characters are played by a top notched cast.

Lured by Roberto Duran's (Edgar Ramirez) raw passion as a fighter, Ray Arcel, played by a chameleonic Robert De Niro, comes back to the champ's corner after ten years forced sabbatical. Duran reluctantly accepts Arcel's guidance but quickly recognizes the old trainer's wisdom and takes it by heart, this results in an improbable win against Sugar Ray Leonard (Usher) and it is him, who will teach Duran a lesson that will make him a true champion.

Beyond the history, Duran's story is both poignant and complex, filled with amazing victories on the ring but also many defeats on his personal life. Only thru the love of his family, the respect of his foes and the guidance of his trainer is that, through defeat, he becomes a real champion.

Great Cast, Script, Photography and Production Design, spanning two decades of political turmoil Hands of Stone is hands down a movie with a heart of gold.… Expand

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wandraligiaSep 15, 2016

Wonderful, heartfelt, feel good movie about Roberto Duran and his amazing trainer. The cast is spot on and the performances are memorable. The boxing is realistic and done with such style it makes you understand what it feels to be on top ofWonderful, heartfelt, feel good movie about Roberto Duran and his amazing trainer. The cast is spot on and the performances are memorable. The boxing is realistic and done with such style it makes you understand what it feels to be on top of the ring. These boxers did it all for honor, country and family, and when Duran strays its his honor, his love for his country and his family what brings him back to become a champion again. Sugar Ray Leonard and Ray Arcel are both described as the gentlemen that made Boxing a true sport. Great movie, glad I saw it on the big screen.… Expand

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Muskrat147Aug 30, 2016

Even Hands of Stone's strong acting and brilliant story aren't enough to compensate for an overstuffed narrative, lack of action, and a by-the-books script.

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ThegodfathersonAug 26, 2016

It's no Raging Bull, and definitely not Rocky, and some elements it introduces work. But altogether, Hands Of Stone feels unfinished, over sexualized and not brutal enough. The fights lack the "oomph" factor that we have come to expect afterIt's no Raging Bull, and definitely not Rocky, and some elements it introduces work. But altogether, Hands Of Stone feels unfinished, over sexualized and not brutal enough. The fights lack the "oomph" factor that we have come to expect after films like Creed and Southpaw. It has a highly predictable story as well, one that you can guess from start to finish. Robert De Niro is amazing as boxing coach Ray Arcel, but Usher and Edgar fell short of expectations. It is strictly for Duran fans or boxing enthusiasts.… Expand

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DavidV293Aug 26, 2016

I'm almost sure that, Robert De Niro was the best thing this movie offered. From boring script to some okay acting. I don't have anything to say, other than I can assure that this movie will be forgotten and erased from boxing movies. It wasI'm almost sure that, Robert De Niro was the best thing this movie offered. From boring script to some okay acting. I don't have anything to say, other than I can assure that this movie will be forgotten and erased from boxing movies. It was long, boring, and cliche and the only thing fun I did while watching this, is looking at my watch to see if it was almost over.… Expand

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yosemiteAug 30, 2016

Its a B movie. Director couldn't decide if the focus of the film should be on Duran , his manager , his tempestuous marriage or Panama's relationship with the U.S..C ..Casting was questionable . DeNiro hasn't made a good movie in 20 years.Its a B movie. Director couldn't decide if the focus of the film should be on Duran , his manager , his tempestuous marriage or Panama's relationship with the U.S..C ..Casting was questionable . DeNiro hasn't made a good movie in 20 years. All he offers now are the DeNiro facial expressions. John Tortoro poor choice as a gangster and Ellen Barkin cast against type as an older wife. The girl playing Duran's wife was good. Bad pacing, too many closeups of the actual fights scenes and a jumpy story line. Save your $$$ and watch one of the Rocky re runs on HBO… Expand

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skeptic303Oct 3, 2016

I'm probably going to write a short review because I pretty much forgot what happened in this film. It is much more forgettable than it sounds and should sound on paper.
Hands of Stone, though having glimmers of great possibilities, fails itI'm probably going to write a short review because I pretty much forgot what happened in this film. It is much more forgettable than it sounds and should sound on paper.
Hands of Stone, though having glimmers of great possibilities, fails it all in a run-of-the-mill, based-on-a-true-story movie that moves pretty slowly without much to focus on. Its characters are hollow (though in reality, they most likely weren't) and boxing movies like Southpaw prove that its narrative is cliché.
I will barely grant this major letdown a seal of expendability, but for a lack of a better suggestion, go watch Creed instead. Even if for me Creed isn't as great as many people think, it's way better and less disinteresting than this.… Expand

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LeZeeNov 23, 2016

Some people are so tough, because that's how they grew up!

A biographical sports film directed by some Venezuelan filmmaker and actor Edgar Ramirez in the lead with De Niro in a supporting role. This is the story of a famous boxer fromSome people are so tough, because that's how they grew up!

A biographical sports film directed by some Venezuelan filmmaker and actor Edgar Ramirez in the lead with De Niro in a supporting role. This is the story of a famous boxer from Panama, Roberto Duran. Takes place during the 1980s, when protest was intensified to free Panama canal from the US control. Duran was interested in boxing since he was a little and then he was helped by a local small time coach. But when his professional fight begins to take off big, he required someone who can handle him at the big stages. So that's where a former American boxer comes in and what happens between them, followed by how Duran's life turns out is what covered in the rest.

Biographies are always good to watch. Sometimes it inspires, how those persons struggled to achieve something big. But this film was just okay, similar to most of the sports films. I did not dislike the story, I did not like how it was made. All I wanted was a better screenplay and it kind of failed on that part. The actors are the best thing in this. Both De Niro and Ramirez were decent, though expected big. Those 80s atmospheres were so good, but the stunt choreography was average. As based on a real person, it is a good film, though watching it for entertainment is a little disappointment. Overall, definitely worth a try.

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