The story of Michael Oher, a homeless and traumatized boy who became an All American football player and first round NFL draft pick with the help of a caring woman and her family.
The Blind Side (2009) Review
Invictus (2009) Review
Nelson Mandela, in his first term as the South African President, initiates a unique venture to unite the apartheid-torn land: enlist the national rugby team on a mission to win the 1995 Rugby World Cup.
There’s Only One Jimmy Grimble (2000) Review
This film is a British film about a school football team in Manchester and how if they get to the final of the school’s cup they get to play at Maine Road (Man City’s old ground now). The story follows Jimmy Grimble who loves City and football but lacks a lot of confidence and is constantly bullied by the other boys on the team. He becomes friends with an old woman who gives him “magic” boots.
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The Damned United (2009) Review
Brian Clough was one of the best English managers on record, the best manager England never had. This film is based on a book which tracked his turbulent 44 days when he was Leeds United manager after joining from bitter rivals Derby County.
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Resurrecting the Champ (2007) Review
A young sports journalist Erik (Hartnett) who is very sick of living in his father’s shadow/reputation. Sets out on a huge story when he thinks a former boxer who was almost the champ is still alive. He spends a lot of time with champ getting his life story and how he went from almost champion of the world, to ending up living on the streets with no-one.
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The Basketball Diaries (1995) Review
Jim Carroll as a teenager looks set to have a fantastic life ahead of him and becoming a huge basketball star. But that is all threatened when he falls into the horrific world of drug addiction.
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Fever Pitch (1997) Review
Paul Ashworth is obsessed with Arsenal Football Club and he never sees anything changing that, but when he starts a relationship with fellow teacher Sarah Hughes, his loyalty to both will be pushed to the limit.
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Million Dollar Baby (2004) Review
Maggie Fitzgerald has always dreamed about boxing, she eventually follows her dream and wants Frankie Dunn to train her and become a professional fighter.
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Goal II (2007) Review
Santiago Munez who quickly became a superstar footballer with Newcastle United in the English Premier League is given a truly outstanding transfer to Spanish La Liga side Real Madrid. The big money move will test everything around his personality and how he can deal with the new found fame.
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Goal! (2005) Review
Santiago Munez is spotted playing in the US by a scout for Newcastle United who invites him across to England to trial for the Premier League club.
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*New Title – Goal! The Dream Begins*
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