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      Urban Cinefile Critics Urban Cinefile An impressive writing and acting debut for Nable, whose vision is ably realised by first time directors Brian Andrews and Jane Forrest. Appealing primarily to those who love rugby league, the film tells of the pressures and conflicts on and off the field. Sep 17, 2007 Full Review Read all reviews

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      Audience Member story about footballer for newtown jets (local team here in marrickville),set in the 80’s as corporate takeovers were happening in the game and local grass roots clubs,like the jets, were disappearing…nable is former 1st grader for manly sea eagles(he knows his stuff+bears an uncanny simmering resemblance to a young charles bronson…an early “eric bana “style nomination for best male lead of the year)…its an explosive film,early scenes of the brutal,biff/bash style set to power rock chords…contrasted with slow,dignified domestic/pub scenes as we get to know the flaws+strengths of the characters off field…matty johns is the coach (a fantastic job channelling some of his cessnock coaches…johns is a former international/now commentator+comedian…here he plays it straight to the snarling villian of the piece,the club CEO/real estate guy john jarrett, last seen scaring people in that hitchhiker movie…here with fake tan he’s even scarier….raelee hill plays the wife who stands by her man until he starts lashing out+avoiding his family…she won’t wear it and she gives a wonderful luminescent performance,calling him out+finding the man inside again… cameos by tommy raudonikas “i could run faster than that 1/2back”,thomas(schindlers list)kenneally,roy masters,ivan cleary add to the fun…everyone drinks KB+players smoke before a game… still the heart of the film goes to nable as the aggro footballer “grub” realising there is more to life than saturday arvo’s…footy in the 70,s+80’s was my mileau so the feel rings true…i was a pretty-boy fullback then,so didn’t feel the need to bash anyone but the final message of passion+loyalty i endorse…off to henson park soon to see if life imitates art…oh,yes we shall bring our petanque!! --- http://www.pedro-tv.com/site/ Rated 4 out of 5 stars 01/24/23 Full Review Audience Member A well written, well acted film documenting the end of the rough and tumble days of Rugby League as seen through the eyes of one of the Newtown Jets main players. A very impressive debut from Matt Nable and featuring a surprisingly solid and refrained Matthew Johns from the Footy Show. Highly recommended for lovers of Rugby League in Australia. Rated 4 out of 5 stars 05/25/08 Full Review Read all reviews Post a rating

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