A surprisingly good movie!!!

Rating: 9/10 (9 April 2015)

I can't believe I left it so late to see this one. I'm also amazed that the story - based on actual events - isn't more widely known. Steve Carell puts in a fine acting performance - it's hard at first to take him seriously in a dramatic role, but he does manage to pull it off very convincingly! Both Mark Ruffalo and Channing Tatum also put in great performances as brothers with deep rooted sibling rivalry that rolls into adulthood. All the major players in this movie were mesmerizing and the story line will resonate with many people who have grown up with sibling rivalry. You really feel the pain of Channing's character (Mark Schultz). The movie is somewhat disturbing on some levels, but it is really worth watching. You don't have to be an athlete or a fan of wrestling to enjoy the depth of this movie. If you enjoyed Whiplash, then you will enjoy this - it stirs up similar emotions. I thoroughly recommend this one.