Forbidden Games: The Justin Fashanu Story (2017)

10/06/2017 (GB) • 1h 21m

Documentary

Overview

Rich archive and emotional interviews are at the core of this telling of the turbulent life of British footballer Justin Fashanu. His coming out in an age of widespread homophobia not only damaged his football career, but led to the demise of his relationship with the brother with whom he shared a painful early history and a lifelong rivalry.


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Status

Released

Original Language

English

Budget

-

Revenue

-

Keywords

football (soccer)

lgbt athlete

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