I do not know shit about football but golly i enjoyed the film THE DAMN UNITED.

Just saw this film last night, starring Michael Sheen, originally spearheaded by Stephen Frears. Tells the story of Brian Clough's time as manager of the Leed United (and Derby County) football team. I didn't know ANYTHING about this film, or the story - but gosh, what a joy. Sheen vanishes into the role. The story is so elegantly told (by Spooks' (!?) Tom Hooper), with a cinematographic palette that reminded me of Michael Clayton or perhaps This Is England.

The story's arc is a little bog-standard, but still, this was just such a charming, striking little film - even if there were historical inaccuracies.

Anyone else seen it? Or read the book?

Hot Damn, United!

Listening to O'Neill is so painful. "I...er...I...er...And"

I do like him though. Just needs an editor.

I see that I have already said something about O'Neill and this interview in this thread which may be of interest to sean.
David Peace, Novelist

(not what I have to say - just that it discusses The Damned United)