What it had though was a very good story with a very interesting storyline, based on real events in the NBL.
A truly inspiring character played by Pitt who had so much belief in himself that he was willing to put everything on the line. And isn't this how heroes are made? Yet the everyday man is consumed by self doubt instead of following a vision.
There were things that I wouldn't agree with the protagonist Billy Beane though. He forced his ideas on everyone and created an uncomfortable working environment. He didn't have the patience to inspire.
With an equally great performance here was Jonah Hill in a more reserved role. Together their characters formed the perfect tag team.
Guiding the actors was director Bennett Miller in only his second feature length movie - first one being another Oscar winner, Capote. Perhaps this was the reason why Philip Seymour Hoffman had a role in this as well? A role that could have could have been given to someone else. But his star power was definitely needed to be convincing enough when going up against Pitt.
What I truly loved about this movie was the screenplay by Steven Zaillian and Aaron Sorkin. The best scene for me was the first time Pitt's character brought in Hill's character to the meeting. And the banter in the room was so hilarious and so entertaining that that whole sequence just stood out for me.
But what got me emotional was when Pitt in brought a certain look, in his eyes and on his face, when he listened to his little girl sing; I thought that was a breakthrough for Pitt.
His nomination for for Best Actor definitely is well deserved.
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