There was no more talked-about domestic footballer in the 2002 World Cup than Manchester United and Ireland's combative captain Roy Keane--and he didn't even get a kick, after being sensationally sent home by international boss Mick McCarthy--but controversy and headlines are the staple diet for the go-it-alone midfielder, and the documentary As I See It confirms that the man himself couldn't care less. The film covers fairly well-trodden ground: his arrival at Forest, the ill-feeling that accompanied his move to Old Trafford, the trophies, the red cards, the drink problem, the injuries--his own and those he allegedly inflicted on others--right through to the Ireland bust-up. While it's certainly his side of the story, it's a warts-and-all portrait. Yes, Keane's autobiography covers the key issues in greater depth, but this film delivers action to balance the anecdotes, with footage covering everything from his earliest professional performances right through to his development into the new Bryan Robson at the heart of Sir Alex Ferguson's reborn United--including the 1999 Champions League campaign that saw Keane drive his side into the final only to miss out due to suspension. There's footage, too, of his ill-starred international career, the on-pitch flare-ups, and testimonies from team-mates past and present, who go on record with their admiration for his drive and ability (the subtext is that they'd rather be on his side than against him). Their comments only serve to highlight the paradox at the heart of the film. Keane is portrayed on the one hand as a family man, cherishing the quiet life, and on the other, as a monstrous figure with a craving for success at any cost, manifested in a gnawing need to force his will on a game, an opponent, a team-mate. It all makes for fascinating viewing. --Alex Hankin
A Top 10 collection of the finest football action chosen by the readers of The Sun. The programme includes the Top 10: Acrobatic Goals Goalkeepers Misses Long Range Goals Defenders Bloopers Free-Kicks Midfielders Spectacular Saves Team Goals Comedy Moments Volleys Forwards Rising Stars Celebrations
From the turmoil of the Roy Keane saga to the agonies of the penalty shoot-out against Spain Rising Sons captures the emotional rollercoaster of Ireland's 2002 World Cup. Re-live the goals the fightbacks the last minute suspense the wizardry of Damien Duff and the magic of Robbie Keane. This is the story of how the Irish squad overcame adversity to win the hearts of a nation and the respect of the football world.
In his travels Caine (Carradine) meets an old man who has several surprises for him. The first being the destruction of the Shaolin order the second being that the man is the father of the Emperor's nephew whom he killed in China and the third is that he seeks his revenge using the son Caine never knew he had sired as the instrument of his death! It will take all of Caine's skill and wisdom to find a solution to this deadly predicament...
Manchester United: Beyond The Promised Land produces a look into the inner-workings of the world's biggest sports franchise Manchester United and the effect this sports phenomenon has on people's lives. Beginning with a look back at the improbable almost impossible comeback against Bayern Munich the film follows the team into the new season as they carry on where they left off. Tokyo brings Beatles-like mob scenes as the club reigns in the World Club title. We continue with the REDS as they set out to retain their domestic and European titles and go on an unusual winter journey to the home of South American football Rio de Janeiro. Off the field we see inside the corporate giant that has just become the first billion pound football club - M.U. plc! Inside the boardroom we meet Chairman Martin Edwards and watch business as usual as Man-U closes in on megabuck sponsorship deals (Vodaphone's historic 30 million pound kit deal) and builds awareness across the world by organizing football tours to Australia China Hong Kong and Brazil. Fans of the club and sports enthusiasts alike will have the chance to go behind- the-scenes with the world's biggest club -- in the locker room in the boardroom on the golf course and on the road. Fans will also be introduced to fans whose passion for M.U. is just a little bit different. We'll also meet some fans who don't like Man-U a certain crew from rival Leeds is introduced to offer a dose on how the other half lives.
The Black Cats magical Championship winning season lavishly packaged in this 2 Disc DVD set. This set not only features all the goals from every game in the 2006 / 2007 season but also includes interviews with Roy Keane Niall Quinn Dean Whitehead Nyron Nosworthy Carlos Edwards and Simon Crabtree.
As well as all the action and every goal from the 2008/2009 season - this DVD includes the inside story on the appointment of new boss Roy Keane. Full-length coverage of Keane's first press conference - and an exclusive interview with the former Manchester United legend who is one of football's biggest names.
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