Foxcatcher

MPAA Rating: R for some drug use and a scene of violence.
Run Time: 134 Minutes
My Rating: 4.5/5
So today we decided to go and see Sony Pictures Classics' Foxcatcher starring Steve Carell (The Office), Channing Tatum (22 Jump Street), and Mark Ruffalo (The Avengers).  The film centers on the true story of the unlikely and ultimately tragic relationship between the bizarre multi-millionaire, John du Pont (Steve Carell) and two world champion wrestlers, Mark and Dave Schultz (Channing Tatum & Mark Ruffalo).  The story starts off when Mark Schultz is invited to live on the du Pont estate to train with John for the 1988 Seoul Summer Olympics.  As the two get closer, Mark begins to get caught up in John's unhealthy lifestyle that threatens to destroy all of his hard work.  This brings Dave to the property in hope to spark Mark's game again.  Eventually fueled by du Pont's increasing paranoia and alienation from the brothers, the three are propelled towards a tragedy no one could have foreseen.
I thought this film was spectacular.  There isn't much that this film does wrong.  The film heavily relies upon its three actors and all three of them provide spectacular, Oscar-worthy performances.  Steve Carell is almost unrecognizable as the psychotic John du Pont.  This role was really risky for him and completely strays away from his comedic roots, but he does a remarkable job.  It would be a true shame if he or any actor from this film doesn't at least receive a nomination for their incredible work.  In fact I want to say that this is my favorite performance by all three of the actors.
Really the only true downside of the film is that it is very slow.  Sure it is over two hours, but those two hours seem like three.  Though I thought the film was really interesting and really I was intrigued the entire film, I just wished that it would have moved at a faster pace, however I completely understand why the film moved as slow as it did.  Though it may be slow, the pace of the film completely sets the mood for the film as a whole.  It does wonders to the film and is just something that makes the movie that much better.
Overall, the film was amazing.  This film definitely is not for everyone, but if you think you could handle the pace and the mood of the film, then you will definitely enjoy it.  It is definitely a remarkable piece of work and I would recommend you to go see it!!
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