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February 10, 2015
MOVIE | Bennett Miller's Latest: 'Foxcatcher,' a True Story of a Gold Medalist Murdered by an Heir
MOVIE | Oscar Frontrunner Film About Millionaire's Murder of a Gold Medalist
Bennett Miller's Latest Film, "Foxcatcher"
Why Did the Heir to a Vast Fortune Murder a Gold Medalist?— "Foxcatcher," directed by Bennett Miller, which dramatizes the 1996 case that sent shockwaves across America, opens nationwide on February 14 (Saturday).
Text by YANAKA Tomomi
Steve Carell, Beloved Comedian, Delivers a Chilling Performance as the Eccentric Heir
The 1996 murder of a wrestling gold medalist by an heir to the DuPont chemical fortune made headlines not only in America but around the world. Bennett Miller's latest film, "Foxcatcher," delves into the mysteries of this case.Awarded Best Director at last year's Cannes Film Festival, the film has garnered global acclaim and is considered a top contender for an Oscar, now set for its Japanese release.
Director Bennett Miller, known for meticulous research in acclaimed films like "Capote" (2005) and "Moneyball" (2011), has once again conducted thorough and detailed investigations. He probes the untold story behind the events, crafting a human drama that transcends the boundaries of a true-crime thriller.
Steve Carell, also known for his comedic roles, portrays the eccentric heir DuPont. Shedding his usual image, he embodies a chilling presence, delivering a performance of sorrow and melancholy. The intense ensemble work with co-stars Channing Tatum and the highly regarded Mark Ruffalo adds a profound depth to the narrative.
The Gradual Collapse of the Master-Servant Relationship Between the Wealthy Heir and the Gold Medalist
Mark, an Olympic wrestling gold medalist struggling financially, receives an unexpected offer from the wealthy DuPont heir: join the "Foxcatcher" wrestling team, led by DuPont himself, with the goal of achieving world dominance in the next Olympics.
Mark seizes this dreamlike opportunity, signing a contract with a generous salary and beginning his training at a state-of-the-art facility on DuPont's vast Pennsylvania estate. However, as DuPont's erratic behavior escalates and Mark's mental state deteriorates, their master-servant dynamic begins to unravel. The situation takes a tragic turn when Mark's brother, fellow gold medalist Dave, joins the team, leading to an unforeseen tragedy.
The film unfolds with minimal visual effects and sparse dialogue, creating an pervasive sense of tension. Through the tangled relationship between the solitary millionaire and the stoic wrestling brothers, director Bennett Miller masterfully reveals the distorted inner workings of the amateur sports world, and even touches upon the history and darkness of America itself.
"Foxcatcher"
Opens nationwide February 14 (Saturday)
Director | Bennett Miller
Starring | Steve Carell, Channing Tatum, Mark Ruffalo, Sienna Miller
Distributor | Longride
2014 / USA / 135 min
http://www.foxcatcher-movie.jp
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