Lady Football
Lady Football

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Lady Football

1983
Movie
88 min
Portuguese

It is the story of the brilliant football player Cotechiño, hired by the Napoli team as a centre-forward. Too bad that his professional career will be strongly influenced by the frequent absence of his fiancée, for which he feels an inexplicable, almost obsessive jealousy. That's why he hires a plumber very similar to him to keep an eye on his beloved, but that won't be enough when Cotechiño is kidnapped.

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IMDb5.3/10
Rotten Tomatoes33%
Director: Joe CampGenres: Comedy, Sport

Plot Summary

A down-on-his-luck former football player inherits a struggling women's football team. He must rally the unconventional players and overcome their lack of experience to lead them to victory against a more established rival. Along the way, he rediscovers his passion for the sport and learns valuable lessons about teamwork and perseverance.

Critical Reception

Lady Football received mixed reviews upon its release, with critics often praising its lighthearted tone and the performances of its lead actors. However, many found the plot to be predictable and the humor to be hit-or-miss. Audiences generally responded more positively to its feel-good sports movie formula.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film offers a predictable but charming sports underdog story.

  • Performances, particularly from Cattrall and Naughton, provide some entertainment value.

  • The comedic elements are inconsistent, leading to a somewhat uneven viewing experience.

Google audience: Audience reception for Lady Football is not widely documented on Google.

Fun Fact

The film was part of Joe Camp's ventures outside of his popular 'Benji' animal movies, attempting to capture a different audience with a human-centric sports comedy.

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