Don't overcook it. You overcook it. It's no good. It defeats its own purpose.

This film reminds us to always try and keep balance in life. The skills needed for success in one arena might become the source of destruction in another. Jake LaMotta having a good career while he can't keep a family or good relations with them is an example of an imbalance between career and personal life. This is also demonstrated by Jimmy McNulty who is a…