Hooligans

The film follows Matt Buckner, an American student expelled from Harvard after being framed for embezzlement. He travels to London to visit his estranged sister and soon finds himself drawn into the violent world of football hooliganism with her brother-in-law, a charismatic leader of a notorious firm. As Matt becomes more involved, he grapples with the escalating violence and the bonds of loyalty within the group.

Hooligans (also known as I.D.) received mixed to positive reviews from critics. It was praised for its gritty realism, intense action sequences, and strong performances, particularly from Elias Koteas and Charlie Hunnam. However, some critics found the depiction of violence gratuitous and questioned the film's exploration of the motivations behind hooliganism.

• Visceral and intense portrayal of football hooliganism.
• Strong performances elevate the gritty narrative.
• Some found the violence excessive and underdeveloped themes.

Google audience: Audience reviews generally highlight the film's raw energy and compelling depiction of the football underground. Many viewers appreciated the authentic feel and the dynamic between the characters, though some expressed concern over the level of brutality depicted.

Director Lexi Alexander was inspired to make the film after witnessing real-life football hooliganism during a trip to England, finding the subculture fascinating and disturbing.