Fantastic Performance in a brilliant movie

Rating: 9/10 (31 December 2014)

At the time of writing this review I have seen the brilliant Foxcatcher twice and it does not lack what Bennett Millers previous two films had.
The directors trademarks can be seen all over throughout the film. There is a dreaded sense of buildup through each scene that concludes in the most unlikeliest of endings. The three main actors here give sensational performances particularly Steve Carell as the terrifying John Du Pont. up to now Carell has done solid work in the Comedy side of things but it seems with this mesmerizing performance we may see more good things to come from Carell.
As for Channing Tatum hes pulled quite possibly the biggest surprise of the year with his performance. Say what you will about Ruffalo and Carells excellent performances but this is without a doubt Tatums movie. Its a shame he hasn't been recognized by the awards season for his fantastic work in Foxcatcher like Ruffalo and Carell have.
Foxcatcher is undoubtedly one of the finest movies made this year. It isn't quite a cinematic triumph i was hoping it would be but its a movie that needs to be scene whether or not you are familiar with the DuPont story.
9/10