Team Foxcatcher (2016)

In the gripping documentary, Team Foxcatcher (2016), the veil is lifted on the twisted relationship between three extraordinary figures; the eccentric millionaire John du Pont, the wrestling champion Dave Schultz, and the iconic Team Foxcatcher. This compelling narrative is constructed from a rich tapestry of archival footage, offering an unfiltered gaze into the lives of Du Pont, Schultz, the team, and their families. Filmed at the DuPont Training Farm and during promotional media interviews, the documentary provides a rare insight into the succession of events that led to the zenith and nadir of Team Foxcatcher. This film honours the truth, unlike its dramatic counterpart, Foxcatcher (2014), by weaving a tale from the words and footage of those who lived it. Among those featured is Dave Schultz's widow, Nancy Schultz, who provides firsthand accounts of the events and her husband's tragic end. John du Pont, with his abundant wealth, positioned himself as a benefactor to the USA Olympic Wrestling Team, creating state-of-the-art training facilities on his grand property, known as 'Foxcatcher'. Dave Schultz, the nation's most accomplished wrestler of that era, was ensnared in du Pont's web, forming a close bond with the millionaire. As du Pont's eccentricities escalated into alarming behaviour, Schultz remained a steadfast ally, a loyalty that would ultimately lead to his untimely demise. Team Foxcatcher (2016) is a masterclass in documentary storytelling, capturing the stark reality of a saga marred by power, loyalty, and a chilling turn of events. The film invites viewers into the intimate and unsettling world of Team Foxcatcher, where ambition, friendship and tragedy collide in a haunting crescendo.

Team Foxcatcher is a documentary movie featuring Dave Schultz and directed by Jon Greenhalgh.

Team Foxcatcher is currently streaming on Netflix and Netflix basic with Ads.