The Game of Their Lives
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Generally favorable reviews- based on 11 Ratings
- Starring: Gavin Rossdale, Gerard Butler, Wes Bentley
- Summary: From the creators of Rudy and Hoosiers, based on a true story, The Game of Their Lives follows the US National Soccer Team, which shows that with passion and commitment, anything is possible – even the greatest upset in the history of the World Cup. (IFC Films)
- Director: David Anspaugh
- Genre(s): Drama, History, Sport
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Positive: 3 out of 13
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Mixed: 7 out of 13
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Negative: 3 out of 13
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75What the cast members lack in sharpened skill they more than make up for in raw gusto and athletic scrappiness (most of the actors have logged a lot of soccer in their pasts). These guys give a sport that is virtually nameless in the movies a good name in this one.
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60Despite strong performances by Gerard Butler and Wes Bentley as the leaders of the two factions and crisply directed soccer action, the movie lacks a powerful central presence to carry the drama.
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50The Game of Their Lives has a great sports story to tell, yet the filmmakers fumble it away.
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38Obviously made with all of the best will in the world, its heart in the right place, this is a sluggish and dutiful film that plays more like a eulogy than an adventure.
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Positive: 3 out of 6
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Mixed: 1 out of 6
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Negative: 2 out of 6
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RichardJ5Good intentions that missed the mark on many levels. I wanted to like it and drove for over an hour to see it.
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