description This Sporting Life Overview
This Sporting Life depicts the life of a rugby league player in Wakefield, Yorkshire, during the 1960s. The film stars Richard Harris and explores the contrast between his athletic success and personal relationships within a working-class mining community. Adapted from David Storey’s novel, it features performances by Rachel Roberts and William Hartnell.
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info This Sporting Life Specifications
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Year | 1963 |
help This Sporting Life FAQ
What sport is central to This Sporting Life?
This Sporting Life centers on rugby league, not rugby union. Richard Harris plays Frank Machin, a miner who becomes a professional player in Wakefield, Yorkshire.
Who directed This Sporting Life?
The 1963 film was directed by Lindsay Anderson. It was adapted from David Storey's novel, with Storey also writing the screenplay.
Why is Richard Harris's performance in This Sporting Life famous?
Harris plays Frank Machin as physically powerful but emotionally destructive. His performance earned major awards attention, including an Academy Award nomination for Best Actor.
Is This Sporting Life a typical sports success story?
No, the rugby league career is only part of the story. The film is more interested in class, anger, loneliness, and Frank's painful relationship with his landlady, played by Rachel Roberts.
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