A profile of George Best (interviewed by Michael Parkinson), his origins in Belfast, family background, and his “pop-star” status as a gifted footballer. Includes football footage and interviews with family friends and club representatives. Emphasises the competing elements in his life, his status as a footballer versus his celebrity status.
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ACMI Identifier
311393
Language
English
Subject categories
Armed Forces, Military, War & Weapons → Heroes
Documentary → Documentary films - Great Britain
Hobbies, Recreation & Sport → Best, George, 1946-
Hobbies, Recreation & Sport → Professional sports
Hobbies, Recreation & Sport → Soccer
Hobbies, Recreation & Sport → Soccer - Great Britain
Hobbies, Recreation & Sport → Soccer fans
Hobbies, Recreation & Sport → Soccer players - Great Britain
Hobbies, Recreation & Sport → Sports - Psychological aspects
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Colour
Holdings
16mm film; Access Print (Section 1)