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Another Sunday and Sweet F.A.
Mr. Armistead is the referee for an amateur league Sunday Football match. Disliked and abused by all the players he tries to play fair and ensure they follow the rules. By the end of the match he's had enough and really uses his head to show them that he's not as useless as they all think.
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Plot Summary
This documentary offers an intimate look into the lives of players and staff at a lower-league English football club, Hereford United, during the 1971-72 season. It captures the everyday realities, aspirations, and struggles of those involved, from the manager and players to the kit men and fans. The film highlights the passion and dedication required to compete at this level, contrasting it with the glamour of top-flight football. It provides a raw and unvarnished portrayal of the sport's lower echelons.
Critical Reception
Another Sunday and Sweet F.A. was highly praised for its groundbreaking realism and authentic portrayal of English football at a non-elite level. Critics lauded its observational style and its ability to capture the human element of the sport, resonating with audiences beyond just football fans. The documentary is considered a significant piece of social commentary and sports filmmaking.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its authentic and unpretentious look at lower-league football.
Commended for capturing the human side and dedication of players and staff.
Recognized as an important social document of its time and the sport.
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Fun Fact
The documentary was filmed on a shoestring budget and captured many of its most poignant moments through patient, observational filming, often without the subjects being fully aware of the camera's presence.
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