The Damned United just opened in Dallas - is it worth seeing?

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  1. Tyk

    Tyke Far From Home Active Member

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    Read the book a year or so ago and really enjoyed it - is the film as good?
     
    Tyke Far From Home, Oct 22, 2009
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    Heard mixed opinions tbh

    I've not seen it myself, bought it for mi dad for his birthday so im gunna watch it after then. Some people say its good, some say it isn't. If you fancy watchin it then do so, you might like it. :)
     
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    I quite enjoyed it - he nails the part of cloughie
     
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    Got to be worth seeing for you

    You'll be able to have your choice of seats!
     
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    I'm not the biggest film fan in the world and thought it was ok. Go for it.
     
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    not as good as the book but..

    definatly worth watching..up there with the best football movies...i know theres not many good uns!
     
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    Highly recommend you to. Well acted by Michael Sheen. Not read the book so can't compare, but the film is well worth seeing.
     
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    kanecat Banned Idiot

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    Personally i preferred the book, but the film is worth a watch.
     
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    Yes.

    Good film, but treat it as it is, a work of fiction based on fact (if you get my drift!)
     
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    Definitely worth seeing

    Particularly if you liked Clough, I take it as read that you hate The White *****.
     
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    Yes

    As long as you realise it is a fictional story based on real events.
     
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    Agreed

    and I think it also helps if you were around at the time this took place.
     
    BFC Dave, Oct 23, 2009
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    It is fiction

    I heard Dave Peace being interviewed and he said quite clearly that it is a work of fiction,
    having said that,it's still a worthwhile watch.
     
    sadbrewer, Oct 23, 2009
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    RE: Agreed

    Got to agree with that,being around at the time anyone who wasnt may find it a little confusing
     
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