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| This movie will never be ranked with “Raging Bull” or even “Rocky” when lists of excellent boxing films are compiled. With that being said, the movie “Dempsey” starring Treat Williams as Jack is well worth a watch. Dempsey’s story is so well known, it made making this movie a real challenge. All in all, I think the cast and crew pulled it off. Williams did a fine job in portraying the free-swinging Dempsey. Sally Kellerman as always turned in a solid acting performance as Jack’s first spouse, |  |
a cabaret singer with a less then stellar past looking for a pot of gold. A very underrated actress named Victoria Tennant does a superb job as Jack’s second wife, the aspiring actress Estelle Taylor. Their fiery marriage led to the demise of Jack’s relationship with the man that guided him to the title, Jack “Doc” Kearns. The role of the “Doc” was played by Sam Waterston. The very popular TV series “Law And Order” has brought Waterston acclaim as district attorney McCoy. His outstanding acting talents help give “Dempsey” the balance to come across as a movie worth seeing. There was a great story line and enough fine acting to make this a movie pleasant to view. So pull up a chair and enjoy reliving the life of a boxing legend.
Jim Amato can be reached at jimsboxing@zoominternet.net
