The MMA Fighting movie review crew discusses the 2016 biopic “Mais Forte que o Mundo” or “Stronger than the World” about UFC fighter Jose Aldo‘s journey from Brazilian bad boy to MMA legend on their show “This is CineMMA.”
Ever heard of Jose Aldo? Yeah, he’s a UFC legend. But do you really know his story? Guess again!
Welcome to another episode of CineMMA. We’re the MMA Fighting movie review team, and today, we’re getting all emotional. We’re diving deep into Aldo’s emotional rollercoaster ride from being Brazil’s bad boy to becoming an MMA icon. All this, thanks to the 2016 biopic Mais Forte que o Mundo or Stronger than the World. The film’s got some… let’s say, unique choices. It shows Aldo (played by José Loreto), climbing the MMA ladder while wrestling with personal demons. Sounds more like a soap opera than a martial arts flick, right? Well, if that’s your thing, you’re in for a treat.
As Aldo gears up for his comeback at UFC 301, our team – Alexander K. Lee, Jed Meshew, E. Casey Leydon, and special guest Guilherme Cruz – try to untangle this sometimes puzzling storyline. We’ll separate the real from the reel and suggest how this movie could’ve been better.
But wait, is this movie really about Jose Aldo? Why are some of his most iconic moments MIA? And seriously, is smashing wood a legit pastime in Brazil?
So, (leg) kick back, relax, and join us for the answers to these questions and more.
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