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Tom's Guide
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Tom's Guide
This inspirational sports biopic just crashed the Prime Video top 10 — and it's 93% on Rotten Tomatoes
Prime Video looks to have another hit on its hands with "The Fire Inside." Despite only coming to the platform a few days ago, it's already climbed into the Prime Video top 10 list. If you've not seen it before, "The Fire Inside" is a biopic about American professional boxer Claressa "T-Rex" Shields that was directed by Rachel Morrison (in her feature directorial debut) and written by Barry Jenkins ("Moonlight," "The Underground Railroad"). "The Fire Inside" might not have made a splash at the box office, but it was released to critical acclaim. Over on the review aggregate site, Rotten Tomatoes, you'll see it's Certified Fresh, with a 93% critics score and an equally impressive 94% on the Popcornmeter. The movie came to Prime Video on May 27, and in the days since, it's risen through the ranks to claim 5th place on the Prime Video top 10. That's quite the feat, given it's behind the likes of "Another Simple Favor", "Twisters", and "Mission: Impossible Dead Reckoning." Trying to decide whether to stream "The Fire Inside" on Prime Video? Here's a little more info about the trending movie, and a round-up of what people have had to say about the streamer's new arrival. "The Fire Inside" is a sports biopic based on the early career of American professional boxer, Claressa "T-Rex" Shields (here played by Ryan Destiny). The movie explores her life from when the Flint, Michigan native first set foot inside a boxing gym, through to her becoming the first American woman to win a gold medal in boxing at the 2012 Summer Olympics in London. Get instant access to breaking news, the hottest reviews, great deals and helpful tips. In addition to Ryan Destiny, "The Fire Inside" also stars Brian Tyree Henry as Claressa's coach, Jason Crutchfield, plus Oluniké Adeliyi as Jackie Shields, De'Adre Aziza as Mickey, and Adam Clark as Clarence. As I mentioned, "The Fire Inside" comes highly recommended from both critics and fellow moviegoers alike. For example, The Guardian's Benjamin Lee rated the movie 4/5 stars, praising it as a "blazing boxing drama [that] packs a serious punch", adding: "The real-life victories by Shields and her coach were not easy, both pre- and post- Olympics, and what really makes The Fire Inside soar is that Morrison works just as hard to win us over." Marya E. Gates wrote: "Although the film hits a lot of the beats you'd expect, as it outlines Shields' journey towards Olympic gold, it does so with the kind of simple, lived-in details and empathy that Jenkins brought to his Best Picture winner 'Moonlight." Reviewing for Variety, Owen Gleiberman called "The Fire Inside" both "a grippingly downbeat boxing drama" and "a real rouser," adding: "The arc of the drama is built around an enormous curveball it throws at the audience. And that's when the movie really gets good." If you look at audience reactions on Rotten Tomatoes, you'll see plenty more glowing praise, too, including plenty of perfect 5/5 ratings. One user called "The Fire Inside" "a must-watch," "a raw, relentless, and inspiring masterpiece, and added: "This isn't just a boxing movie; it's a powerful story of grit, resilience and unbreakable spirit." Elsewhere, you'll see praise for the cast's performances, and buzzwords like "uplifting", "emotional" and "rewarding". Given that glowing reaction, I couldn't help but check it out for myself, and I'm inclined to agree; "The Fire Inside" gets my recommendation, too. Morrison's movie absolutely is a rousing watch, one that shines a light on Claressa's achievements with some solid in-ring action, but also worth sticking with for the grounded drama that follows her 2012 Olympic victory. Not sold on "The Fire Inside," but still looking for something new to watch? Check out our round-up of the best movies on Prime Video for tons more streaming recommendations for your next movie night.
Yahoo
10-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Tyla Flatters Her Feet in Glossy Le Silla Belen Sandals at the H&M&LA Music Festival
Tyla attended the H&M&LA Music Festival hosted by H&M at Ace Mission Studios yesterday in Los Angeles. The 'Jump' songstress opted for a classic pair of sandals in the color 'Nero' hailing from one of her favorite brands, Le Silla. Currently retailing for $862, the Belen style features glossy black patent leather uppers accompanied by square open toes and crisscrossing straps that create a caged effect around the wearer's feet. More from Footwear News Ryan Destiny Is Best Dressed at Fashion Trust U.S. Awards in Plunging Schiaparelli Gown & Gold Le Silla Pumps Jimmy Choo and Mytheresa Come Together for Summer Capsule Collection Said straps wound around Tyla's ankles, secured in place with adjustable buckle closures in silver. The insoles are branded and affixed with stiletto heels standing at 3.7 inches in height, offering the performer's silhouette both length and height. The chosen pair exudes elegance effortlessly, perfect for a day at the office or a walk down the red carpet. If black isn't your thing, Le Silla's Belen style also comes in a slew of vibrant hues from red to metallic silver. Going the simple route, the 'Truth or Dare' singer sported a cropped white tee accompanied by baggy, low-waisted H&M denim in a rugged, distressed style. The waist of her jeans was folded down, showing off the lace of her undergarments beneath. Rounding out her look, Tyla sported a slew of gold jewelry that livened up her neutral look. The breakout star has become known for her attention-grabbing fashion choices. Tyla's favorite footwear picks are often Y2K-inspired, cast in neutral hues and fixed with sparkling embellishments. She opts for silhouettes like strappy sandals, platform sneakers, pumps and knee-high boots. For formal occasions, the performer's picks often hail from brands like Le Silla, DSquared2, Chanel, Isabel Marant, René Caovilla, Louis Vuitton and Versace, among others. When she's not on stage or gracing red carpets, Tyla's casual footwear rotation includes a slew of sneakers from Nike like Air Max Muse and Air Max DN8. Tyla's Best Shoe Moments So Far [PHOTOS] View Gallery10 Images Launch Gallery: Inside the H&M&LA Event with Tyla, Dakota Fanning and More Stars [PHOTOS] Best of Footwear News Awkwafina's Sleek Shoe Style Through the Years [PHOTOS] Victoria Justice's Shoe Style Evolution Over the Years [PHOTOS] Laverne Cox's Shoe Style Evolution [PHOTOS]
The Guardian
09-02-2025
- Entertainment
- The Guardian
The Fire Inside review – Olympic boxing biopic is a knockout
This solid biopic of Claressa 'T-Rex' Shields (Ryan Destiny), who overcame systemic sexism in the sports world and a challenging, impoverished childhood in Flint, Michigan to become, in 2012, the first US female boxer to earn Olympic gold, doesn't break much in the way of new ground. But The Fire Inside, which was scripted by Barry Jenkins (Moonlight) and directed by cinematographer turned first-time feature film-maker Rachel Morrison, understands that, with storytelling as with fighting, sometimes all you need to do is stand firm and land the punches. Largely thanks to the raw intensity of Destiny's central performance, and to the focus on community as much as individual triumph, the film does exactly that. Not surprisingly, given Morrison's background (she was Oscar-nominated for her camerawork on Mudbound, and also shot Fruitvale Station and Black Panther), the film is strikingly photographed by Rina Yang – a wintry palette of frostbitten Michigan greys and blues that's a neat contrast to the heat of Shields's ambition and anger. In UK and Irish cinemas
