Jason Marriner Football Hooligan
Jason Marriner Football Hooligan

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Jason Marriner Football Hooligan

2009
Movie
50 min
English

Jason Marriner was one of Britain's most feared football hooligans. Known as 'The General' he was a key member of the notorious Chelsea Head Hunters and was jailed for 6 years after the BBC's Donal MacIntyre infiltrated his Firm. Now Jason tells the story of his brutal life on the Terraces. The Fights, the Firms & what he really thinks of MacIntyre! It's a Riot!

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IMDb6.5/10
Director: Jason MarrinerGenres: Documentary, Sport

Plot Summary

This documentary delves into the world of football hooliganism through the eyes of Jason Marriner, a former prominent figure in the movement. It explores the motivations, rivalries, and the consequences of the violence associated with the sport in Britain. Marriner recounts his own experiences and sheds light on the subculture that has long been a controversial aspect of football fandom. The film offers a raw and unfiltered look at a turbulent period in British sporting history.

Critical Reception

As a documentary focusing on a controversial subculture, 'Jason Marriner Football Hooligan' received mixed to positive reviews. Critics often acknowledged its unflinching portrayal of hooliganism and Marriner's candidness, while some questioned the potential glorification of violence. Audiences generally found it to be an insightful, albeit disturbing, look into a specific segment of society and its relationship with football.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its raw and honest depiction of football hooliganism.

  • Commentary on the candid nature of Jason Marriner's personal account.

  • Debate over whether the documentary adequately condemns the violence it portrays.

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Fun Fact

Jason Marriner, the subject of the documentary, was famously arrested in connection with the Hillsborough disaster in 1989, though he was later cleared of all charges.

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