A Well-Directed & Well-Acted Film!

Rating: 7/10 (30 August 2011)

'Quiz Show' is A Well-Directed & Well-Acted Film, that brings a true story on celluloid, convincingly. The film works, as it holds your attention at most times. However, the second-hour, is lengthy and could've been better.
'Quiz Show' takes place in the 1950's and chronicles the rise and fall of the popular contestant Charles Van Doren after the rigged loss of Herb Stempel and Congressional investigator Richard Goodwin's probe of Twenty One's game-fixing.
Robert Redford brings a true-story, on celluloid, convincingly, thanks to his terrific direction, the superb performances & it's mostly engrossing Screenplay, written by Paul Attanasio. But, the second-hour loses pace & needed to be trimmed. The film is slightly lengthier, than it should have been. Cinematography, Editing & Art Design, are perfect.
Performance-Wise: John Turturro is excellent. The actor truly sinks his teeth into the part, and performs flawlessly. Ralph Fiennes is fabulous, especially in the second-hour. David Paymer is impeccable. Martin Scorsese leaves a strong impact. Hank Azaria is effective. Rob Morrow is another topper. Paul Scofield & Mira Sorvino are decent. Others lend good support.
On the whole, An Engaging Film, that holds your attention at most times.