“The Bronx Bull” (*1/2 out of four) was an unnecessary retelling of “Raging Bull” about legendary boxer Jake La Motta (William Forsythe) and his numerous dealings with the mob and various underworld figures in NYC after he retired from the ring. Forsythe tries but he’s no Robert De Niro and director Martin Guigui is no Martin Scorsese. Film has authentic NYC locations, a sweeping music score by Ched Tolliver, and a dynamite supporting cast (including Tom Sizemore, Joe Mantegna, and Paul Sorvino) but they’re all drowned out by the unpleasantness of the story and its central character. Originally titled “Raging Bull 2” but was changed for legal reasons. Regardless of its title, it’s a raging disappointment.

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