Brilliant performances in an otherwise slow film.

Rating: 8/10 (2 February 2015)

Foxcatcher is a biopic about wrestling brothers, Mark Schultz(Channing Tatum) & David Schultz(Mark Ruffalo). The movie is set during the days leading up to the 1988 Olympic games held in Seoul. Multimillionaire sponsor, John du Pont(Steve Carell) recruits the Schultz brothers for his wrestling team, Foxcatcher. This team up leads to unexpected situations.
Foxcatcher is a great film. However, it is a bit dragging. Apart from the wrestling, there's not much happening in the movie apart from the conversations among the various characters. However, the unexpected & shocking climax of the movie makes up for these minor inadequacies. The performances are the highlight of the film with the three leads of the film giving their career's best performances. Steve Carell is outstanding as John du Pont. Carell's portrayal of his dark & complex character is flawless. Channing Tatum is scintillating as Mark Schultz. Tatum's intense performance is unlike anything you've ever seen him in before. Mark Ruffalo is spectacular as David Schultz. The supporting characters are impressive as well. Foxcatcher is worth a watch. Watch it for its unforgettable performances.