Moneyball could have been just another average biographical sports drama film, if it wasn’t for the excellent direction of Bennett Miller, and an exceptional Brad Pitt, playing the lead character. The story intercuts between Oakland Athletics' General Manager Billy Beane (Brad Pitt) present and past in a way that works to enhance the story. A couple of interesting notes: whilst most sports dramas focus on the human side, Moneyball remains on the sideline, watching events unfold once some unorthodox decisions are made, but making no judgments. When players are fired, there is very little drama or reflection. This approach further focuses the story on the economics of the game. Another interesting point to note is Beane’s transition in the earlier part of the film. He is the embodiment of an idea very few actually practice. That is, when you run out of possibilities and no longer ready to play the same old predictable game, a new set of possibilities opens up to you. Risky? Yes. But new possibilities all the same. And so, between a fresh way of telling a story, Pitt’s exhilarating energy, good support from Jonah Hill as Beane’s nerdy assistant, and capable direction, Moneyball hits the mark.