Cinderella man - Jeremy Schaap

Set against the gritty backdrop of the Depression, the fascinating true story of an against-the-odds triumph and the birth of an unlikely hero.

James J. Braddock, dubbed the "Cinderella Man," was a once-promising light heavyweight boxer—until a string of losses and a broken right hand coincided with the Great Crash. With one good hand, Braddock was forced to labour on the docks of Hoboken to support his wife and children. Only his manager still believed he could be a champion.

Less than twelve months later, as a 10-1 underdog, Braddock carried the hopes and dreams of the working class on his shoulders. And, when boxing was the biggest sport in the world, his incredible story made him the most popular champion boxing has ever seen.