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Forbidden Games: The Justin Fashanu Story
5.8 / 10• 2017• 1h 21m•NR• English
Documentary
Storyline
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.
Cast & Crew
JF
Justin Fashanu
Self (archive footage)
Lead
John Fashanu
Self
BC
Bevan Celestine
Justin Fashanu
SY
Stephen Yaw Agyekum Asante
Young Justin
PY
Peter Yaw Agyekum Asante
Young John
John Barnes
Self
GH
Glenn Hoddle
Self
Joe Royle
Self
What People Are Saying
3.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Adam Darke's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
3.0
“Every frame feels alive. Forbidden Games: The Justin Fashanu Story is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
