Bonus! - Pt. 2 - The Damned United (RT)

Do you need to be familiar with the ins and outs of British soccer in order to appreciate Tom Hooper’s early work? And will THE DAMNED UNITED mark a turning point in this show’s contentious relationship with the acclaimed director’s filmography? Listen to Alex & Julio navigate their feelings about the filmmaker’s second movie with the help of a set of notes from Patron Ben Murray!

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PHOTO: Waiting for Tom Hooper’s next call.

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Up next, the Friendstravaganza returns with our spotlight on Matthew Perry and his comedy ALMOST HEROES! In the meantime, tell us what you thought of The Damned United! Was it too in love with its protagonist? Was there enough actual soccer in it? And yet, could this be the best Tom Hooper movie yet? E-mail us at wearethecontrarians@gmail.com or tweet at us or facebook us and share your thoughts!