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In The Middle

Documentary. Told from the centre of the playing field, “In The Middle” follows a diverse group of match officials as they attempt to cope with the rigours of running matches in grassroots football. Experienced or new to it, young or old, male, female or non-binary, these unsung heroes tell us about their passion for the game, about their lives outside of it and why they’re drawn to the often thankless task of refereeing.

  • Director: Greg Cruttwell
  • Year: 2022
  • Duration: 67 minutes
  • Country: UK
  • Genre: Documentary
  • Production company: Park The Bus Ltd.
  • UK BBFC Cert: 15

WINNER: Best Screenplay Award at the 2022 Paladino d’Oro Sports Film Festival in Palermo.

★★★★★ The Reviews Hub 
“Compelling…a homage to happiness”

★★★★ The Sunday Times
“Celebrates the pleasures of being part of a community and having a pastime you love”

★★★★ The Arts Desk
“Director Greg Cruttwell has a powerful radar for unforgettable characters”

★★★ Total Film
“Engaging…a real sense of pride and passion”

★★★ The Guardian
“You really don’t have to give two hoots about football to get a kick out of this documentary about grassroots referees…an entertaining and affectionate tribute”


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Category(ies) Genre(s) Language(s) YoP Duration Format(s) Subtitle Delivery
Documentaries British, Sports English(UK) 2022 01:07:00 HD English(UK) Via DICE

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