Question 1

What unusual on-set atmosphere did Steve Carell create while playing John du Pont?

Accepted Answer

According to Mark Ruffalo, the cast and crew were so afraid of Steve Carell's portrayal that they tried to avoid interacting with him, finding his repellent look and demeanor unsettling.

Question 2

Which major film festivals screened 'Foxcatcher' in 2014?

Accepted Answer

The film was screened at AFI Fest, Cannes Film Festival, New York Film Festival, Telluride Film Festival, Toronto International Film Festival, and BFI London Film Festival in 2014.

Question 3

What intense training injury occurred between Channing Tatum and Mark Ruffalo during filming?

Accepted Answer

During a physical wrestling take, Channing Tatum told Mark Ruffalo to 'just slap the shit out of me,' which accidentally popped Tatum's eardrum. That take is in the film.

Question 4

What controversial Olympic history did the real Schultz brothers have in 1984?

Accepted Answer

Dave and Mark Schultz were accused of 'excessive brutality' in their 1984 Olympic matches, with opponents going to the hospital. Mark broke a European champion's elbow, and Dave injured another wrestler's knee.

Question 5

What unusual directing technique did Bennett Miller use with Steve Carell for a dark scene?

Accepted Answer

Miller had Carell write down the thing he hates most about himself and keep it in his pocket during filming, saying 'if I was a dick, I could just grab it.' Miller calls the result his favorite thing on film.

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