United
United

Movie spotlight

United

2013
Movie
1 min
English

This short film is music video version of a teaser for the future website "1390 collective"

Insights

IMDb6.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes80%
Metacritic60/100
Google Users85%
Director: James StrongGenres: Sport, Drama, Biography

Plot Summary

In 1958, the legendary 'Busby Babes' Manchester United football team tragically perishes in the Munich air disaster. This film chronicles the efforts to rebuild the team under the guidance of manager Matt Busby and coach Jimmy Murphy, who must rally the remaining players and find new talent to form a new competitive squad.

Critical Reception

United received generally positive reviews, with critics praising its emotional depth, historical accuracy, and strong performances, particularly from David Tennant as Matt Busby. It was noted for its respectful and moving portrayal of a significant event in football history.

What Reviewers Say

  • A touching and respectful tribute to a tragic event in football history.

  • Praised for its emotional performances and historical narrative.

  • Captures the spirit of resilience and rebuilding in the face of disaster.

Google audience: Audiences appreciated the film's emotional impact and its compelling storytelling, highlighting the resilience shown by the club after the tragedy. The performances were often cited as a strong point.

Fun Fact

The film uses real footage from the era, including actual newsreels of the Munich Air Disaster, to enhance its historical authenticity.

AI-generated overview · Verify ratings on official sources

My Review