A Shot at Glory
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Movie Reviews of A Shot at Glory
Movie Review: DRIFTY FILM, BUT FINE ACTING AND A STIRRING SOUNDTRACK
Summary: 4 Stars
The movie itself is an indistinct yarn that'll appeal to fanatical buffs of Scottish football. But there are two things that elevate it above an over-chewed sports-and-inspiration claptrap flick.
One, the delightfully convincing performance of Bob Duvall, who wraps his tongue tautly around the Scottish baroque. I rewound and watched some of his scenes twice for the pure academic pleasure of it. After seeing his caliber recently in Secondhand Lions, my respect for the thespian has grown by a factor of ten.
Second, the brilliant soundtrack, which I was surprised to read in the credits was courtesy Mark Knopfler. The sound has a dreamy tinge of Dire Straits but manages to be reminiscent of many things Celtic, much like "The Nephew", Pierce Brosnan starrer, or "Cal" with John Lynch.
I wonder why Michael Keaton was roped in to make the inconspicuous appearance he makes, as an American invester unexplainably interested in a small middle-of-nowhere Scottish team.
But despite some cheesy things, not the least of which are some fast and furious goals, it is a watchable little film overall. Especially if you are a budding sports commentator looking for a distint voice (literally).
Movie Review: Shot At Glory (movie, fiction)
Summary: 4 Stars
The item was as advertised, the case (but not the DVD) arrived in a somewhat bent condition, and arrived in less time than expected. The seller should consider more sturdy packaging when not shipping items in boxes.Movie Review: Leagues and Wales
Summary: 4 Stars
In response to a previous review, football teams can play in other leagues, look at Wales... That said most of that review is incorrect and should be disregarded because its simply not true.Movie Review: Good story, good setting and nice game scenes as a bonus
Summary: 4 Stars
I think Duval did well, with his accent and acting. The supporting actors were great as well. The football scenes infected me with excitement too! kind of wee nutter.:-)Movie Review: Good story but difficult to follow the dialogue
Summary: 4 Stars
Good story, but the heavy Scottish accents make it difficult to follow the dialoge - including Scottish accents faked by a number of American actors.