Moneyball
Columbia Pictures | Release Date: September 23, 2011
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Qad24Nov 4, 2011
we cant tell this is a great film.....but there is some reality in this film and in case of brad he acted well....
Director should expect Oscar nominations: Best Cinematography, maybe even Best Picture. Who Knows?Wellwe cant tell this is a great film.....but there is some reality in this film and in case of brad he acted well....
Director should expect Oscar nominations: Best Cinematography, maybe even Best Picture. Who Knows?Well what can i say?… Expand
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cacoDec 28, 2011
Very nice movie, with a great and captivating plot, you just cannot take the eyes out of the screen.
Different of many of the baseball movies, you cant predict the end before the film ends. awesome.
And Brad Pitt, now amazing as Producer
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aozetaDec 29, 2011
You'll miss one of this year's best if you won't watch this movie. Some say this is only for baseball fans? Or only for guys? I don't think so. I think the appeal is universal. It touches the soul. Brad Pitt is surely a lock for a Best ActorYou'll miss one of this year's best if you won't watch this movie. Some say this is only for baseball fans? Or only for guys? I don't think so. I think the appeal is universal. It touches the soul. Brad Pitt is surely a lock for a Best Actor nomination at the 2012 Oscars for his double-edged character. Jonah Hill is nomination-worthy. By the way, if my recollection is correct, you won't see Phillip Seymour Hoffman having a cigarette here. movienotesbook.blogspot.com… Expand
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savannahrummelJan 20, 2012
This is truly a remarkable film. Brad Pitt deserves an Oscar for his performance and the story was so charmingly real that it easily is one of the greatest films of the year.
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RobinsNestJan 16, 2012
Let's get the obvious out of the way. Too long. Mr Hill was nominated for Best Supporting Actor (Globes). He cracks one joke, has 2 facial expressions, and tosses Mr Pitt the ball; compared to Mr Plummer? It was not a bad performance but notLet's get the obvious out of the way. Too long. Mr Hill was nominated for Best Supporting Actor (Globes). He cracks one joke, has 2 facial expressions, and tosses Mr Pitt the ball; compared to Mr Plummer? It was not a bad performance but not one worthy of an award. The story is of course interesting; how Mr Beane defied the way of doing things and brought technology to baseball. But watching "the streak" was like watching a Twilight Zone episode or "The Natural", I knew something great was going to happen but in the end it would not be enough. The ultimate goal of every ball team is to win the championship, and of course they didn't. Mr Pitt is confusing in the role. I have no idea why he wears a weeding ring, no idea why his adult family situation, which is only hinted at, is brought up. Inspiration from his daughter? But it was a very small part and superfluous at the end. Perhaps it was to get a screen appearance for Ms Wright, who appears to be out to do a cameo in every movie possible. So just some flashbacks on Mr Beane but no detail. The entire movie is in as few words as possible telling everyone they're doing it his way. Some good scenes while he is doing some trades, some good dialogue with Mr Hill, but overall an average performance in an average movie. If it was not "based" on a true story, it would not have been made. And with the usual disclaimer (some "stuff" was made up) who knows if it actually went down like that. It's almost worth seeing (C+).… Expand
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jwmann2Dec 20, 2011
I am an MLB fanatic and this is one of the best baseball movies to ever be put into Hollywood. The actors resemble the real life characters almost to a T with the exception of Jonah Hill. There is something for everyone in this movie. BillyI am an MLB fanatic and this is one of the best baseball movies to ever be put into Hollywood. The actors resemble the real life characters almost to a T with the exception of Jonah Hill. There is something for everyone in this movie. Billy Beane is still the GM of the Oakland A's. What a guy.… Expand
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Bruce722Jan 19, 2013
Moneyball was an exceptional movie and one of the best sports movies in recent years. Brad Pitt's supreme acting ability carries this film but the plot is also very interesting. Being a sports fan, I was familiar with most of the content inMoneyball was an exceptional movie and one of the best sports movies in recent years. Brad Pitt's supreme acting ability carries this film but the plot is also very interesting. Being a sports fan, I was familiar with most of the content in the film but what was most interesting, to me at least, was seeing how wrong so many "experts" were and how people refuse to learn from their prior mistakes. Look across the professional sports world and you still see people making the same mistakes that Billy Beane fought against a little over a decade ago. Nonetheless, the movie, though long, was not boring at all and I think most people would enjoy watching it, even those who are not baseball fans. Ultimately I think that's something unique about this film. Yes, it is a sports movie but it isn't necessarily about the sport of baseball but rather one person's fight against the prehistoric culture of baseball. That journey, and how well Bennett Miller directed the movie, is what is truly worth watching. RIP fat Jonah Hill... you will be missed.… Expand
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Tss5078Feb 22, 2013
If you're not a baseball fan, you're going to find Moneyball boring and a little bit confusing. I am an avid baseball fan and saw this film about the inner working of the front office to be extremely interesting and just plain awesome. TheIf you're not a baseball fan, you're going to find Moneyball boring and a little bit confusing. I am an avid baseball fan and saw this film about the inner working of the front office to be extremely interesting and just plain awesome. The Oakland Athletics are a small market team and can't afford to put a hundred and fifty million dollar team of stars on the field every years, so how can they possibly compete? It's a problem faced by almost half the teams in Major League Baseball, while teams the Yankees and Red Sox win year after year, teams like Royals haven't made the playoffs in twenty-five years! In sports, if you can't win, you can't draw fans and make a profit, so when you can't afford a winning team, you were just screwed, until Moneyball. Based on the true story of Oakland Athletics General Manager, Billy Beane, the film follows his creation of a system to judge players on more than just the basic scouting and numbers that have been used for a hundred years. Using this system, Beane and others who followed, have been able to compete with much lower payrolls, changing the face of Baseball. Brad Pitt is terrific as Beane and most definitely earned his Oscar nominations, but where did Jonah Hill's come from? I love Jonah Hill, but his character was as generic and boring as they come. In Moneyball, Hill plays Brad Pitt's sidekick, and is nothing more than a boring statistician, I've seen B-Movie performances that upstaged his in this film! If you love sports and want to know more about the behind the scenes aspect of it, Moneyball is a terrific film to use, but if you're not much of a fan and don't really care about sports, that you will just find this film boring. It's geared to a very specific type of moviegoer and if you're not into sports, you won't be into Moneyball.… Expand
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TTW107Apr 21, 2012
Very entertaining movie in every way. I never thought stats could be that exciting but Moneyball proved me wrong. Brad Pitt is brilliant and so long fat Jonah Hill, you will be missed.
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subhadip1524Dec 26, 2011
Brad Pitt done a great job in this movie...some of the part of the movie like the phone trading scene is really awesome..i am not a baseball fan even dont know much about the A"team...but after watching MONEYBALL "" i came to know lot moreBrad Pitt done a great job in this movie...some of the part of the movie like the phone trading scene is really awesome..i am not a baseball fan even dont know much about the A"team...but after watching MONEYBALL "" i came to know lot more things about this game and about its buisness.… Expand
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mariopingJan 14, 2012
I am not a baseball fan but I find this film extremely fascinating and entertaining. I say credit to the screenwriter and the director. Statistics can be a boring subject but this film proves it wrong. I even have tears in my eyes when theI am not a baseball fan but I find this film extremely fascinating and entertaining. I say credit to the screenwriter and the director. Statistics can be a boring subject but this film proves it wrong. I even have tears in my eyes when the underdog finally achieves something good. This film combines sports, statistics and drama perfectly. Brad Pitt gives an excellent quiet performance. Two big thumbs up!… Expand
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JudgeHoldenDec 30, 2011
A+. Remember the classical sport movies about overcoming one's problems with a happy end? Have you seen Jobs' speech at Stanford? Moneyball is both. It's a good movie about unorthodox thinking, opening oneself to the others and going againstA+. Remember the classical sport movies about overcoming one's problems with a happy end? Have you seen Jobs' speech at Stanford? Moneyball is both. It's a good movie about unorthodox thinking, opening oneself to the others and going against the odds. Maybe it's not fast-paced, but hey, we're talking about baseball, aren't we? Screenplay is good and convincing, but it's Pitt's performance that is great. I hope for him to strike at least one home run by getting an Oscar nomination.… Expand
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chugheadJan 10, 2012
Maybe its me...but Golden Globe worthy? Please! It was charming at best. Being a baseball fan...I connected a little closer to the business and respected the bittersweet side of the sport. It was incredibly well written but toned down for aMaybe its me...but Golden Globe worthy? Please! It was charming at best. Being a baseball fan...I connected a little closer to the business and respected the bittersweet side of the sport. It was incredibly well written but toned down for a docu-drama style direction film. Scientific baseball theory exposé film.… Expand
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sandrozelioJan 11, 2012
It was an average picture with a couple of solid acting performances that made the movie more engaging than the story itself. The movie, like the book, pulled out facts that made the premise of Moneyball more believable. As a baseball fanIt was an average picture with a couple of solid acting performances that made the movie more engaging than the story itself. The movie, like the book, pulled out facts that made the premise of Moneyball more believable. As a baseball fan and one who followed the A's that season it was more than just numbers that made them the team they were. Many forget they had young talent at key positions that went on to make tons of money and eventually the whole Money ball system came crashing down.… Expand
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keanexNov 12, 2020
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I'm a fan of sports movies, but not a fan of baseball. What I like about a well-done sports movie, though, is that they make the sports side of the film secondary. Much like non-football fans can sympathize with the human narratives within 'Friday Night Lights', I found myself hoping that the non-traditional ideas presented to baseball would prevail. While the film, like real life, does not necessarily have a happy ending, it shows some insight into a strategy that apparently changed the game of baseball. I liked the acting, Brad Pitt is always great, and Jonah Hill fits his role nicely. I mostly found myself cheering for Chris Pratt though, after he was so doubted. A great film, not just for sports fans.… Expand
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jbbby1976jbJan 22, 2012
My favorite film of the year. Brad Pitt does and outstanding job bringing Billy to life. Movie is a great mix of drama, laughter, and concepts that make you think about other areas of life. Brings a turning point in baseball culture to theMy favorite film of the year. Brad Pitt does and outstanding job bringing Billy to life. Movie is a great mix of drama, laughter, and concepts that make you think about other areas of life. Brings a turning point in baseball culture to the big screen, and educates even people that thought they new the details behind the strong move to statistics.… Expand
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Businessninja9Jan 24, 2012
As a Canadian born into hockey culture, i have never in my life truly known much about, or cared much about baseball. Moneyball didn't make me want to go out and watch a baseball game, and i'm glad it didn't. You don't have to know baseballAs a Canadian born into hockey culture, i have never in my life truly known much about, or cared much about baseball. Moneyball didn't make me want to go out and watch a baseball game, and i'm glad it didn't. You don't have to know baseball to enjoy this film. It has heart, substance, great actors, and, probably the most rare amongst sports films, Accessibility. Definite recommendation to anyone in for a good (albeit rather long) ride.… Expand
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AlvaradoKTAJun 22, 2012
I was somewhat bored during this film, maybe it was because I don't like baseball and its string-pullers. However, I still enjoyed everything this well written movie offered. And Pitt's acting is great.
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IselinFeb 7, 2012
Very enjoyable baseball movie... perhaps the best serious film about the game ever made.

Brad Pitt and Jonah Hill have great chemistry in their mentor/apprentice relationship. Who is the mentor and who is the apprentice goes back and forthVery enjoyable baseball movie... perhaps the best serious film about the game ever made.

Brad Pitt and Jonah Hill have great chemistry in their mentor/apprentice relationship. Who is the mentor and who is the apprentice goes back and forth depending on the subject matter. The opportunities for movie cliches are avoided at every turn... but then, this is a rendition of real life we're watching where the endings are never predictable.… Expand
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Critic2012Apr 24, 2012
MONEYBALL is one of the greatest movies of our time. Billy Beane (played by a flawless Brad Pitt) is the General Manager of the Oakland Athletics who must put together a winning baseball team with an extremely tight budget (nearly a third ofMONEYBALL is one of the greatest movies of our time. Billy Beane (played by a flawless Brad Pitt) is the General Manager of the Oakland Athletics who must put together a winning baseball team with an extremely tight budget (nearly a third of the Yankees'). With the help of a brilliant Yale graduate (Jonah Hill in an Academy-Award-Nominated role), Beane begins to manipulate the economics of baseball in his favor in one of the best underdog stories of all time.… Expand
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TruAlbinoFeb 17, 2012
Everything from the writing, to the direction, to the engaging performances on offer, to the subtle yet captivating score, leaves Moneyball as one of the best films of the year. A picture that can capture your heart and imagination when itâ
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geo86Mar 14, 2012
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I recently saw the movie. I have to say that I have no idea about baseball so I didn't find something catchy. For me I would say that it is a boring movie and it doesn't make clear some things like the feelings of Billy Beane. For example in the scene where he yells at the players after beating. It's not a strong emotionally and doesn't affect anyone. Also I believe Jonah Hill didn't match with this role. He does support the yela graduate but can't stand next to Beane as a personal supporter and assistant Maybe this movie is based on feelings thoughts expressions and the game generally, I didn't make me love baseball… Expand
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Josh_47raMar 19, 2012
Thought it was a really excellent movie with an awesome ending. I saw it with two non-baseball fans and they enjoyed it as well. My two problems were that they changed it a little from the book/real life and the cinematography was annoying atThought it was a really excellent movie with an awesome ending. I saw it with two non-baseball fans and they enjoyed it as well. My two problems were that they changed it a little from the book/real life and the cinematography was annoying at points (zooming in computer screens and player statistics?)… Expand
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csw12Feb 20, 2015
Moneyball is tells the story of the A's perfectly through an outstanding screenplay and terrific scenes. What carries the film the most is the Brad Pitt's performance which happens to be the finest of his career. Moneyball didn't hit aMoneyball is tells the story of the A's perfectly through an outstanding screenplay and terrific scenes. What carries the film the most is the Brad Pitt's performance which happens to be the finest of his career. Moneyball didn't hit a homerun, it hit a grand slam.… Expand
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JuanoloMar 25, 2012
This is a 10 out of 10. It's funny and sad at times but acting outstanding, story is remarkable, and just a great sports film. One of the best. If your a sports fan, then this is for you.
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AwesomeReviewerMar 26, 2012
The basic movie is about how winning isnâ
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Trev29Mar 26, 2012
I was not too thrilled initially going into this film, but by the end it came out one of the finest movie achievements of the year. A strong supported cast carried this excellently written script. It was fast paced and kept my attention. ThisI was not too thrilled initially going into this film, but by the end it came out one of the finest movie achievements of the year. A strong supported cast carried this excellently written script. It was fast paced and kept my attention. This movie was a home-run.… Expand
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A_NorthernerMar 31, 2013
My knowledge of baseball is very limited (my choice of US sports is football), thankfully however this didn't limit my enjoyment of Moneyball (even if I did have to Google 'on-base percentage', but I got the gist of it). At its heart, theMy knowledge of baseball is very limited (my choice of US sports is football), thankfully however this didn't limit my enjoyment of Moneyball (even if I did have to Google 'on-base percentage', but I got the gist of it). At its heart, the film is a real life underdog story revolving around Billy Beane's unshirking determination and belief in Peter Brand's methods, in the face of extreme consternation and criticism. Moneyball's script was co-written by Aaron Sorkin (The Social Network) and Steven Zaillian (The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo) and the result is a clever and witty narrative that delivers some amusing scenes, usually involving Jonah Hill's shy and uncomfortable Assistant GM Brand. Hill himself is a revelation (Academy nominated for Supporting Actor) in a straight role, playing against his norm yet still being responsible for most of the film's light hearted moments. It seems a shame he even considered starring in The Sitter after this performance. Brad Pitt is another who stands out with an admirable performance as the main character, embodying just the right amount of likeability, softly spoken confidence and self-belief, without crossing into meglomaniac territory, despite practically shutting down his scouting department. When considering the three leading names, Philip Seymour Hoffman seems to be underused as Coach Art Howe, mostly seen standing around in disbelief as his team is dismantled. I would have liked to have seen more of him, given what the man can really bring to a role.

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jamescooper7Apr 5, 2012
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EmptyFilmStockMay 25, 2012
Overall, "Moneyball" is okay. Itâ
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cameronmorewoodNov 7, 2012
A well acted sports drama. Moneyball takes a new approach to the genre in that it focuses on creating good dialogue and an interesting plot rather than winning its audience over with a sappy comeback story.
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Compi24Nov 28, 2012
A sharp script, a virtuous performance from Brad Pitt, and a solid directorial effort from Bennett Miller make "Moneyball" a definite winner.
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ThegodfathersonMar 13, 2013
Moneyball is an elegant Brad Pitt movie, it thrives by its emotional sequences and does entertain throughout its two hours. The Businessman Mad Men type was depicted well. Also some epic in- your- face- scenes. MoneyBall is a winner.
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BrianMcCriticJun 2, 2013
Anyone who loves baseball and especially statistics will love this film. Sure it fails to mention that the A's had some of the best starting pitching, but it doesn't stop you from enjoying this film.
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EmmanuelEdwinJul 28, 2013
Being a South African, I am not experienced with the sport of baseball and it`s history. This disadvantage did not stop me from enjoying such a superb film. One of the...actually, the best film of 2011. Compared to other let downs such asBeing a South African, I am not experienced with the sport of baseball and it`s history. This disadvantage did not stop me from enjoying such a superb film. One of the...actually, the best film of 2011. Compared to other let downs such as Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close, the mediocre War Horse, The Descendants and Hugo(did not really captivate me), Moneyball strikes for a home run and results in heading out of the park. Brad Pit shines as Billy Beane, the General Manager of the Oakland Athletics, and the supporting cast including Jonah Hill are exemplary. Aaron Sorkin and Steve Zallian`s screenplay is quirky as ever. The cinematography, by Wally Pftser, is a feast for the eyes. All these contributions are why I love movies. Definitely a memorable movie.… Expand
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jcasetnlJun 24, 2013
I'm rather surprised at the positive reviews of this film. On the basic technical measures it's fine, but I don't think most viewers quite comprehend the underlying message.

Prior to the Moneyball formula of player-picking, recruiters andI'm rather surprised at the positive reviews of this film. On the basic technical measures it's fine, but I don't think most viewers quite comprehend the underlying message.

Prior to the Moneyball formula of player-picking, recruiters and scouts definitely knew that statistics played a role, but Moneyball made it all about the formula. It reduced big sports to nothing but a soulless math problem.
The economic evolution of sports likely made that an eventual inevitability, but I don't see it as a reason to celebrate in the form of a movie, at least, not one with an uplifting feel.… Expand
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MovieGuysFeb 16, 2014
Moneyball is a great film about baseball, but this film takes a fresh angle on the sport. Instead of doing the cliché sports movie about an underdog team that wins the championship with hard work and perseverance, Moneyball looks at the moneyMoneyball is a great film about baseball, but this film takes a fresh angle on the sport. Instead of doing the cliché sports movie about an underdog team that wins the championship with hard work and perseverance, Moneyball looks at the money and deals side of America's favorite pastime. This gives the movie energy and charisma that makes the film exhilarating to watch.… Expand
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CherryxldDec 28, 2014
Moneyball es una película sobre deportes que trata de ingeniárselas para ser atractiva, pero lamentablemente no logra llegar a ese objetivo deseado.

Esta película nos cuenta una historia de la vida real que, bueno, resulta inteligente a laMoneyball es una película sobre deportes que trata de ingeniárselas para ser atractiva, pero lamentablemente no logra llegar a ese objetivo deseado.

Esta película nos cuenta una historia de la vida real que, bueno, resulta inteligente a la hora de lidiar con los inconvenientes que ocurren en su atmósfera problemática, pero, no logra resultar cautivante o, de cierta forma, conmovedora en el punto en el que el film se inclinó, además, este largometraje puede resultar en varias ocasiones fastidioso, y eso obviamente no es lo que se busca cuando vas a ver una película que trata sobre un tema deportivo (o quizá cualquier otro tema). En fin, nos encontramos con un largometraje que plantea una idea inteligente, pero que no logra desarrollarla de una forma atrapante o notablemente perceptible en la mayor parte del tiempo.… Expand
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Viper8787Apr 22, 2014
A great sports movie. One of the best sports movies I have ever watched. Brad Pitt and Jonah Hill are great and have great chemistry together in this movie. I am a huge baseball fan so I enjoyed this movie even more than some people would butA great sports movie. One of the best sports movies I have ever watched. Brad Pitt and Jonah Hill are great and have great chemistry together in this movie. I am a huge baseball fan so I enjoyed this movie even more than some people would but even if your not a baseball fan you can still enjoy this movie because of the great script and acting. It had a good happy ending which I really enjoyed and added to my overall experience of this movie.… Expand
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ydnar4Mar 23, 2015
Moneyball is the second film by director Bennett Miller who seems to specialize in bringing true stories to the big screen but these true stories aren't very well known by the general public. Moneyball stars Brad Pitt who is strong in theMoneyball is the second film by director Bennett Miller who seems to specialize in bringing true stories to the big screen but these true stories aren't very well known by the general public. Moneyball stars Brad Pitt who is strong in the film but in some circumstances it seems like he is hogging the spotlight. Pitt is also surrounded by an underused supporting cast. Jonah Hill proves that he can handle a dramatic role just as well as a comedic one and Philip Seymour Hoffman collaborates with Miller once again but I wish i had've seen more of him. Chris Pratt and Robin Wright also have roles in the film. Moneyball avoids the common cliches of underdog sports movies by focusing on the General Manager of the sport club rather than an athlete. Moneyball shows the world that professional baseball is not really even fair these days and that the game needed to be revolutionized by evening the playing field.… Expand
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8267DaveJan 26, 2015
Though in the future it may not be on any best ever movie lists, that may well be what it deserves. Moneyball is a movie like few others. Though not a noticeably original story on the outside, Moneyball is actually a fresh, original, andThough in the future it may not be on any best ever movie lists, that may well be what it deserves. Moneyball is a movie like few others. Though not a noticeably original story on the outside, Moneyball is actually a fresh, original, and perfectly well done movie like few other. The story follows the Oakland a's through their 2002 come from behind season, as their GM Billy Beane (Brad Pitt) and his new assistant (Jonah Hill) try to revolutionize the way baseball teams are scouted and put together, based on a new statistical theory of looking at baseball. Having to fight their own scouts and everyone in baseball who believe them to be wrong, they attempt to build a small market baseball team that can compete with the likes of the big budget Yankees. Propelled by great performances by Pitt and Jonah Hill, this heartfelt movie does a beautiful job of crafting a thoroughly dramatic and captivating baseball story, and blending it with intelligent humor and look ins at the business of baseball. Never a dull moment to spare, this movie had it all and followed through with immense skill on everything. A future hall of famer.… Expand
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MattBrady99Mar 13, 2015
Casey Beane: "Just enjoy the show". Moneyball is about Billy Beane, the general manager of the Oakland A's and the guy who assembles the team, who has an epiphany: all of baseball's conventional wisdom is wrong. Forced to reinvent his team onCasey Beane: "Just enjoy the show". Moneyball is about Billy Beane, the general manager of the Oakland A's and the guy who assembles the team, who has an epiphany: all of baseball's conventional wisdom is wrong. Forced to reinvent his team on a tight budget, Beane will have to outsmart the richer clubs. The director of this movie (Bennett Miller) who also did Capote and his upcoming movie called Foxcatcher. Well the director did more then a great job or a fantastic job, this guy is a master class of directing and I mean that a lot. Brad Pitt,Jonah Hill and Philip Seymour Hoffman acting in the film was superb, the writing was well written and the characters actually feel like really people and not movie characters and you got to give the writers and the director respect for that. Am not going to give this movie a 5/5 star's because is this the movie that am going to watch over and over again, well no but I still enjoyed the show.… Expand
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CineAutoctonoMay 31, 2017
"Moneyball" was a very good movie, but very slow, its history was interesting, the performance of Brad Pitt has excelled in any scene, the story of a low budget team that won the big leagues was good
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kyle20ellisMar 28, 2022
Despite being a non-sports fan, let alone a non-baseball fan, there are still a lot of great sports films out there...of which 'Moneyball' is an example of one.

It is not going to be for all tastes. It is wordy with a lot of talk and not aDespite being a non-sports fan, let alone a non-baseball fan, there are still a lot of great sports films out there...of which 'Moneyball' is an example of one.

It is not going to be for all tastes. It is wordy with a lot of talk and not a whole lot of baseball, which may be a disappointment for fans, but to me that was not a bad thing at all. It saw a different side to the sport and how sports films are approached and portrayed, and it was done wonderfully, apart from a couple of scenes that were a touch too talky.

'Moneyball' is a very well made film, not one of the most visually beautiful films of the year but still beautifully shot and the scenery is very handsome. Bennett Miller does a fine job directing, keeping the film engrossing and the drama alert and easy to follow. The music complements very nicely, never over-bearing or too low-key.

Aaron Sorkin's script is smart and intelligent, filled with humour and heart, while the storytelling is well paced and enthralling, managing to make something exciting out of a potentially dry subject matter or a film that could have suffered from sluggish execution in lesser hands.

Brad Pitt's lead performance is full of daring enthusiasm and he wins one over with his charisma. In contrast, Jonah Hill is superbly understated and Philip Seymour Hoffmann steals every scene he's in.

Overall, a great film that is more than just a film about baseball. 9/10 Bethany Cox… Expand
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audreythomas25Feb 28, 2016
Moneyball is a great sports movie, yes, but it will also cross audiences. It's one of the year's finest.

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TLHGAug 3, 2016
Let me say something about this movie as someone who did not grow up in the US (thus, never had any clue of what the sport is about - and still does not) and works with business analytics for a leaving... This movie is awesome! I alwaysLet me say something about this movie as someone who did not grow up in the US (thus, never had any clue of what the sport is about - and still does not) and works with business analytics for a leaving... This movie is awesome! I always recommend it to students... Of course, there is a Hollywood component to it, making everything look much more dramatic and adventurous than this kind of work really is, but is really well executed and I am sure people who couldn't care less about analytics are able to enjoy the movie because of this. But from someone who cares about it, this movie is awesome! Thanks!… Expand
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EpicLadySpongeMay 16, 2016
Bennett Miller decides to make the ice cream sundae with the cherry (Moneyball) on top of it and the ingredients (cast and crew) all over the ice cream for Brad Pitt's surprise for making this film look great!
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alejandro970Jul 7, 2023
A notorious example that certain sciences, such as mathematics, have practical applications in sport. It may not be to the taste of those who don't understand baseball, but the performances of Brad Pitt and Jonah Hill make it bearable and engaging.
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DrBlahBlahOct 29, 2018
The best sports movie ever made, Moneyball is smart (thanks to Sorkin), well-made, and well-acted, with a near-perfect script and a fascinating true life story.
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amheretojudgeFeb 22, 2018
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Moneyball If it comes to bits and pieces and scoring on intense sequences; it doesn't hold back, especially all the scenes between Billy Beane and his daughter which are beautifully innocent and probably the only things thatnow i will..

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If it comes to bits and pieces and scoring on intense sequences; it doesn't hold back, especially all the scenes between Billy Beane and his daughter which are beautifully innocent and probably the only things that helps binding all of it. Moneyball works as a majestic entertainer for the Baseball fans but if not, then it may come off as reading news as it depends a whole lot of on factual events which may sometimes sound like just plain old news. Bennett Miller is perfect for the job and holds onto it but what really factors in is the screenplay which is filled with compelling arguments and amazing dialogues; kudos to Aaron Sorkin and Steven Zaillian. And on performance level, Brad Pitt offers some of his best work along with a great supporting cast like Jonah Hill. Moneyball has its ups (exhilarating conversations) and downs (an over stretched drama) and more importantly plays for more than 2 hours which could have been edited better but all in all it works.… Expand
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AndrewBurgeMar 8, 2019
National sports are embedded in American culture. Their are treated with an almost theological respect, almost like history, they are part of American heritage. In 'Moneyball', director Bennett Miller perfectly honors baseball throughNational sports are embedded in American culture. Their are treated with an almost theological respect, almost like history, they are part of American heritage. In 'Moneyball', director Bennett Miller perfectly honors baseball through powerful historic flashbacks, lines upon lines of discussions, telling me, as a viewer who knows nothing about it, that no other country has such an ardent dedication to their national sports.

But after a while, what came up is the way in which the people love the game, but treat the players with coldness. Like Billy Beane (Brad Pitt) says, baseball is only fun to the people watching. It sells hot-dogs, t-shirts. His point is true. The players are ostracized in ridiculous ways, thrown around from team to team. In order to be a professional baseball player, you must abandon those theological values and traditions the fans scream about watching the games.

As much as this film is about a sport, it is more about its effect on people and the contradictions it entrails. The most obvious one being the contradiction between logic and intuition; then the one between the love for the game but the lack of respect for the players. I love the subtle and intelligent way in which these unfold. Brad Pitt's Billy Beane is such an unpredictable character, that he carries the film almost on his own, despite present supporting cast, most notably Jonah Hill's Peter Brand, the Yale economist.

One of the most powerful scenes are the one in which Beans and his scouts analyze the players for their next team. Billy quickly points out that this is an unfair game. He looks around the table watching the old-school tobacco-chewing plastic cups-spitting veterans looking for the same old solutions that brought them nowhere in the past. But Beane is hunted by his own past more than anyone.

He loves baseball, but as a man who refused a Stanford scholarship decades ago to join the professional league, he also hates what the sport has done to him. He is a divorcee with a daughter who he absolutely loves but barely sees. He drifts in the parking lot in anger, and has a pathological need to change the game, not caring about his career. He is driven by this love/hate relationship with baseball. The Oakland A's scored 20 consecutive wins in the 2002 season after 11 consecutive losses. Miller yet again, presents this miracle in a fascinating, emotional manner employing glorious slow-motion sequences.

But after the absolutely genius way of displaying this arduous history-writing process, the film goes back to a Billy Beane which could not care less. He wants to win. He wants to win because he wants to change the game. He wants to change the game in order to not be forgotten. And he wants not to be forgotten to alleviate the regret of the decision he made decades ago. But he does not hate baseball because it made him choose it in spite of a college degree. He hates baseball because of what his love for the sport did to him. Its paradoxical, I know.

By the end of the film, I did not expect such depth and intelligence, such control for the way it unfolds. For me, though, intuition wins. Billy Beane had no way of knowing the logical system of analyzing baseball players would work, but he rolled with it anyway. But despite not winning the season, he did change the game. More than anything, this film will remain a triumph.… Expand
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ahmedaiman9999Aug 16, 2018
I'm not a fan of Baseball. Actually, I don't even know anything about this game. I'm also not a big fan of Sports movies in general. Also, this movie has a generic story that could have easily made Moneyball already dated. That's why I puttedI'm not a fan of Baseball. Actually, I don't even know anything about this game. I'm also not a big fan of Sports movies in general. Also, this movie has a generic story that could have easily made Moneyball already dated. That's why I putted this movie off for a very long time, and I really regret doing that.

Director Bennett Miller, along with screenwriters, Steven Zaillian, and Aaron Sorkin took a story that sounds uninteresting and turned it into an enjoyable movie that is funny, intense, and very touching in equal measure. I didn't know that Aaron Sorkin co-wrote the script but I felt his touches while watching the movie till I became completely sure that he co-wrote its script even before I check that out.

The dialogue is so smart and sharp, and Brad Pitt and Jonah Hill were both great, especially Brad Pitt, and they had an incredible chemistry that made the dialogue even more captivating.

Let's face it, no director-screenwriter collaboration can beat Fincher-Sorkin's one. But that , by no means, means that Bennett Miller didn't do a great job directing this movie. Besides the fact that he made a very good-looking movie, he captured some truly magical cinematic moments that can stick in my head for a very long time. A very long sequence near the end, in particular, that is about ten minutes is easily one of the most riveting and gripping sequences I've ever watched. I was literally on the edge of my seat sweating, and putting my hands on head. It was really stressful and exhausting to watch. Also, the moments Billy Beane, Pitt's character, has with his daughter are just delightful to watch.

Nevertheless, Moneyball's problem, IMO, is that it's a bit boring! Its runtime is 133 min, and the movie definitely could have been way shorter. The problem is that there is too much talk that I really wasn't interested in, and most importantly, didn't need to. The movie lost me sometimes at the middle and the very end.

Billy Beane is a well-written and grounded character that brought to life by Brad Pitt's Oscar-nominated performance. It had a lot of development, and it was a very interesting character. That being said, I felt that his backstory isn't complete. I think it was interesting at the beginning, but then the movie just ignored his past. As a result, I felt like there was something is missing in this character. The movie actually did keep advancing his backstory forward in a way that connect very well with the ongoing events of the movie, but that, unfortunately, didn't happen after the first act anymore.

Overall, I loved Moneyball so much, and enjoyed watching it quiet a bit, and I didn't even think that I was going to like it.

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beeanadouSep 2, 2018
Superb,money plays the game,but how can you play without much stakes at hand? Sports movies often fall into the pit of maudlin and tear-jerking style, athletes would change to dramatically just by the motivating words kinda of things. ButSuperb,money plays the game,but how can you play without much stakes at hand? Sports movies often fall into the pit of maudlin and tear-jerking style, athletes would change to dramatically just by the motivating words kinda of things. But this definitely a film jump out of the mode,truly thought provoking.… Expand
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LivingTribunalMay 30, 2019
This is what all sports movie should be. This movie showed Billy Beane's unbelievable story with awesome plots. Also, the score and the song was amazing.
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EgeBerkOct 29, 2018
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Actually, I didn't like baseball movies much, but I watched more films about the field.and I didn't like it very much this time out of the field, behind all the events, coaches, managers were the subject of so I think I like this movie.

I love movies like this,true story.our main character billy beane and his assistant peter are trying to make their way to a bad way with brand new teams, but with other teams it's impossible to cope with normal roads

because they don't have the money they need to see the biggest problem as money and they want to do something about it and they are applying to a new technique that no one has tried before.figure,data,SCIENCE.
everyone opposes, but you have to take risks in entrepreneurship, even if nobody supports you, you should try everything on a new path and not give up

BILLY knows what he wants to do and is trying to do the best he can with the opportunities he is in. He makes realistic evaluation of the situation.

at the end of the film money or love option I think love win.BASEBALL LOVE… Expand
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ThwompthingJul 30, 2022
7.9 user average, are you kidding me? Absolutely nothing in this movie that warrants a negative score.
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glommanDec 31, 2020
This movie really drags on for 75% of its runtime and that's not mildered by the fact that it's about Baseball, a sport with which I have almost no connection to. It's less about the sport, but more about the characters and the techniquesThis movie really drags on for 75% of its runtime and that's not mildered by the fact that it's about Baseball, a sport with which I have almost no connection to. It's less about the sport, but more about the characters and the techniques that lead to the composition of a team and also Brad Pitt doesn't play himself, so that's a positive for me. All in all, a must watch, if you like Baseball, but I also recommend it, if you want to watch a Sports-Drama.… Expand
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AvishanHSep 20, 2019
I'm sure that Moneyball is the deepest and greatest sport movie I ever watched.
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DawdlingPoetNov 24, 2021
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Moneyball is very much an American sports movie, with the main underdog theme running throughout, a very common theme in such movies. It has a good dose of doubts with sceptical characters questioning Billy's tactics and you can't help but wonder how successful the team can be given the clear defects of the new team. Of course, if your familiar with these types of movies then its easy to guess the ultimate outcome, although when it did get to the end (it ends with text across the screen giving the viewer a rundown of what happened afterwards), I was somewhat surprised with what happened - its not entirely positive in a way, although there is an element of admiration that I think they expect you to feel given the decision that Billy made at the end of the day - I suppose its fair to say that the message behind the outcome is quite an American one, to do with community and doing whats right, you get the idea.

Yes this movie is about a baseball team and so there is certainly plenty of baseball footage within it and talk of baseball terms, the science behind the sport and suchlike, so if you have no interest in that whatsoever then this is obviously not for you. I'm not specifically a fan of baseball as a sport as such, though the story, as I say, has more basic messages behind it, in putting faith in unorthodox methods to find that key thing that turns things around and surprises and amazes people, I suppose. It was quite nice to see the less likely people being listened to, particularly Peter Brand, the overweight, glasses wearing mathematically minded man who is hired to be Billy's assistant, much to the surprise of others (in one of the earlier meetings shown in the movie, others there look at him with an element of surprise and suspicion and ask Billy directly 'does he need to be here?' to which he fervently replies 'yes, yes he does' if I recall). This may all seem rather cheesy and bland in which case again, this movie isn't for you as I'd say probably the majority of the movie consists of scenes between Billy and Peter and footage of baseball games themselves, which, at least the matter anyway could either bore or mystify some. I'd say that where this movie differs from other also loosely based on true story, American sports related movies such as 'The Blind Side', is that its not entirely focussed on one particular underdog character, rather its about the team as a whole. Yes you could easily argue that its all about Billy Beane but its about what he does for the team and where they end up, the principles behind the changes that take place and the response it gets from the outside world, all of that stuff - its close but not quite the same, I suppose. The movie features many scenes which could be seen as rather dry and 'humdrum', although thinking about it, I still managed to watch through to the end of the movie without my mind numbing so much I had to turn over, so it could be worse. There's always the 'based on a true story' tagline which can add an extra interest to such a movie...I can certainly understand the scepticism to the whole idea of basing decisions on who to sign up, on number crunching and statistical patterns - some people seem sure that sport success can never be guaranteed through any amount of maths or science but rather by a keen eye and a real drive etc. but is it true? well, yes you'll have to watch the movie (or look it up on Wikipedia but thats kind of cheating).

Anyway back to my opinions and I'd say that this is an interesting movie, it certainly has some key items as I've said before which you tend to find in American movies, another one being sentimentality, with scenes including Billy going to a someones house with the hopes of signing him up and it turns out (he didn't realise) that he has a young child and there's the somewhat typical/cheesy moment after Billy leaves with the potential signup, their wife and child embracing one another. There are also a couple of scenes involving Billy and his daughter, who is quite shy and plays guitar, offering to sing a little bit of a song, which has, of course, somewhat bittersweet lyrics.

I didn't feel it was a patronising movie, as some could be, not particularly anyway...its not a movie to really grab you entirely I think, certainly not if your not enamored with baseball or sports, yet there is something appealing about it. The ending was interesting and the basic idea of using statistics and trying out a previously perhaps little known theory to drive the team forward, yes its interesting but it is a bit cheesy and it is perhaps a little dry in content in parts. The cast is good, with Brad Pitt giving a decent performance as Billy Beane, as well as Jonah Hill as Peter Brand and Philip Seymour Hoffman as Art Howe (who I believe is the head of the team). As a US sports movie, its a solid enough effort, although it isn't a movie to grab everyones attention but if you like this sort of thing then its worth checking out.… Expand
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JoedavidsonJun 21, 2020
Jonah Hill and Brad Pitt work flawlessly together to create a great film that holds the audience, holds the tension line tight and doesn't drop the ball until the movie comes to an end. I just loved that it felt like the film was tight. PittJonah Hill and Brad Pitt work flawlessly together to create a great film that holds the audience, holds the tension line tight and doesn't drop the ball until the movie comes to an end. I just loved that it felt like the film was tight. Pitt was surprising, Hill played his role PERFECTLY, he didn't do much, and by doing so in his character, it made his character even more well executed and thought out. This was ggreat film. Once again, everything was tight and gripping for an audience and new comers that know very little about baseball. This is a movie you have to watch when you want to see great work, not a chill out movie, more of a take it all in one. I will watch this again and I'm sure I'll take in more.… Expand
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Movie_FreakJul 26, 2020
Moneyball is one of the most entertaining and thrilling films I have seen of late. With a couple of really good performances by Jonah Hill, Philip Seymour Hoffman and especially Brad Pitt, it's one of the best sports films since 2010. TheMoneyball is one of the most entertaining and thrilling films I have seen of late. With a couple of really good performances by Jonah Hill, Philip Seymour Hoffman and especially Brad Pitt, it's one of the best sports films since 2010. The direction and writing is superb with mixing aroung with different plotlines and never sticking to one, making for a hugely entertaining ride. It doesn't focus too much on baseball either, showing glimpses of the difficulties and challenges that he faces. At the same time, it doesn't dwell on that too much. It's one of those sports films that actually work. The first act really builds up the film, while the third act round it off superbly. It also has some great editing and cinematography. Moneyball is a great film!… Expand
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MattKingsburyJun 8, 2020
As a Brit, I never expected to be so thoroughly engaged about a sport I do not follow. Brad Pitt and Jonah Hill are able to bring this film to life with spectacular performances that hold up what I would consider to be a slightlyAs a Brit, I never expected to be so thoroughly engaged about a sport I do not follow. Brad Pitt and Jonah Hill are able to bring this film to life with spectacular performances that hold up what I would consider to be a slightly run-of-the-mill story.… Expand
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geewahJun 16, 2021
For a movie that is essentially about list management and trading in a sport I really couldn't care about, this is a rivetting, well acted and written movie.
One of 2011's best movies.
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Chrissilva71Dec 31, 2021
The standards we set for entertainment have drastically diminished. I chose to watch this because of the positive reviews and it was a mistake. There are very few ways to make two hours more wasteful than watching this movie. It is a bunch ofThe standards we set for entertainment have drastically diminished. I chose to watch this because of the positive reviews and it was a mistake. There are very few ways to make two hours more wasteful than watching this movie. It is a bunch of incomplete conversations and a disappointing plot that are enough to make you want to pull your hair out. Our time is valuable people. Stop giving credit where it is not due and lining the pockets of those who feed us this rubbish. I get it is about baseball and many people probably share in the sentimental value but you cannot expect only that to be considered entertainment. I mean it in the most literal way possible when I say I would rather have watched paint dry, applied a second coat, and watched it dry again.… Expand
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laymanpascalMar 26, 2021
Don't love baseball or statistics but this was fun and heartfelt. Some great actors.
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jjaugaSep 21, 2021
Story: 8/10...so much to like. it's true. it's hopeful. it's relevant. did a great job weaving the protagonist's past into the present without making it a flashback movie. the whole subplot around the manager just disappears without a trace,Story: 8/10...so much to like. it's true. it's hopeful. it's relevant. did a great job weaving the protagonist's past into the present without making it a flashback movie. the whole subplot around the manager just disappears without a trace, which was odd. would've actually liked to have had a scene or two more to establish the father-daughter relationship because i think it is pivotal to the rest of the story.
Dialogue: 9/10...really punchy and feels like how i would imagine GMs talk at the trade deadline. but also several longer conversations that really dig into the meaning of the story. seems like it almost could've been a Sorkin work.
Performances: 8/10...Pitt and Hill just crush. amazing jobs. Felt like Hoffman was off his game and flat. and his character just disappears. what? Wright-Penn also felt forced. enjoyed mixing in some real scouts with the actors. thankfully Pitt and Hill are 90% of what's happening on the screen.
Misc.: 9/10...really beautifully shot. great pacing. very cool presentation of the baseball games with the sharp contrast and lighting for the slow-mo. just a cool film. and the music's excellent.
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MotoritzFeb 26, 2022
The slow building makes the plot work really well. Shows why you should love sports and try the extraordinary. Brad Pitt has done a very well job here aswell.
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Richard552Aug 11, 2022
Yet, this film is told so intelligently and it makes the film entertaining.$1 to buy a Netflix account, Google search: vtvshare
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jackjoyceeDec 16, 2022
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Amazing movie. The acting is almost to perfection and the storyline is perfectly written. The undying work ethic of Billy Beane is symbolic of his enduring love for baseball.… Expand
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GIjOE54Feb 17, 2023
Moneyball covers the real life story of Oakland A’s manager Billy Beane and his implementation of the then controversial sabermetrics to the game of baseball during the 2002 MLB season to stay competitive after losing key players and beingMoneyball covers the real life story of Oakland A’s manager Billy Beane and his implementation of the then controversial sabermetrics to the game of baseball during the 2002 MLB season to stay competitive after losing key players and being given no budget to court new ones. Like all dramatized adaptions of real life stories, there are inaccuracies, but for the most part, they don’t detract from the story. The dialogue and acting are phenomenal with humor that often lands. The minimal soundtrack is memorable and the sound design itself is strong. It’s not without flaws, mainly the story jump cutting a little too much and flash back sequences to Billy’s time as a player not greatly implemented. Still, these flaws are for the most part, minor and should not steer one away from what is a solid sports history movie.… Expand
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ScryptkeeperFeb 17, 2023
“Moneyball” is a “based on” sports flick that endeavors to bring the Oakland A’s 2002 season to the silver screen, via the perspective of its general manager Billy Beane. While the story manages to convey the injustice of high-budget teams“Moneyball” is a “based on” sports flick that endeavors to bring the Oakland A’s 2002 season to the silver screen, via the perspective of its general manager Billy Beane. While the story manages to convey the injustice of high-budget teams owning the game by proxy of their wealth, the story’s execution of Beane as a character compounded with a number of awkward thematic choices put the film several runs behind.

Concerning the plot, the narrative follows Billy around as he struggles to fight against a system that is perpetually rigged against him and the team he manages: one in which the “best” players go to the teams with the deepest pockets. After stumbling upon Peter Brand, a Baseball enthusiast who judges a player’s worth solely upon their statistics, Beane concocts a plan to create a winning team made up of unwanted and undervalued players that have been overlooked for any number of reasons. Ultimately, Billy and Peter fail to bring the A’s the victory they were hoping for, but the film closes with a reminder that the strategy they employed would later go on to revolutionize the game and bring a World Series championship to another team that later used it. While this works for the overall story the film is trying to convey, there were a few points of focus that failed to connect in terms of the bigger picture. For example, the movie uses up a considerable amount of screen time covering the A’s iconic twentieth-in-a-row victory that established a new historical record. This victory is immediately undercut by Billy, however, who laments that it wouldn’t matter how many games they won should they still lose the World Series. The film subsequently follows this up by showing the game that lost them the season for all but a few seconds. In essence, the writers glossed over the point in the journey that should have been the emotional climax for a game that the main character himself disregarded as being insignificant.

In terms of the characters, most are average and enjoyable. Peter maintains an optimistic perspective through much of the film, the misfit players who were given screen time were fun to watch more often than not, and Billy’s daughter brought a positive atmosphere into the scenes she took part in. Unfortunately, the same cannot be said for Billy. His actor’s portrayal depicts him as an insufferable, brooding idealist in the beginning of the film and he maintains this persona through to the end. Additionally, his penchant for throwing frequent tantrums, and subsequently the nearest object in the room, likened him more to petty child than a struggling and sympathetic adult. Lastly, the overall contempt and disregard he showed toward others that stood in the way of his vision was nothing short of grating. An example of this would be his actions around the A’s downtrodden coach, Art, who’s bid for a decent contract and vote of confidence are ignored and upon who’s lap the controversial group of players are dropped with no warning; effectively setting him up to fail should the experiment fall through. Though the film tries to paint Beane as a sympathetic victim through his failures in the past to perform as a player, it disregards following up on the point that he still made the decision to become one regardless of the scouting error that gave him the choice. Had his presentation been toned down a few notches, this might have been less noticeable and more forgivable in the long run.

In conclusion, “Moneyball” is the middling result of a solid concept with poor execution. Sitting at over two hours in runtime with a number of scenarios that could have been reworked or integrated elsewhere, the pacing felt patted out rather than concise. Though it can doubtlessly still be watched as a “feel good” film to scratch that baseball itch, it remains a big swing and a miss from what it had the potential to be.… Expand
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umrttlDec 10, 2022
This thing boring af, I'm sure the plot is decent but I wouldn't know I was asleep
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RegenT_A_1300Dec 20, 2022
this movie is a **** 10, there is not a single problem except for that there wasn't any rap music but that can be a positive in many ways, anyways hopefully cosmonaut sees this because if you do, I love you no homo
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JoshTheBot121May 6, 2023
Jonah Hill and Brad Pitt kill it. Top 3 sports movie and top ten movie all time
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Maverick_2023Aug 22, 2023
This film has totally escaped my attention before now. Never heard of it. Totally enjoyed the subject and the performances.
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