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The Penalty King

The Penalty King

20061h 30m
Comedy

Status

Released

Release

2006

Runtime

1h 30m

Storyline

"Who needs eyes when you've got balls?!"

Lee, a soccer player who descends into depression when he goes blind, is encouraged to take up the game again by a maverick American and the inspiration of Leeds Utd legend, Billy Bremner.

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Details

Status
Released
Runtime
1h 30m
Nov 7, 2006
Languages
English
Director
Chris Cook
Production
Maverik Motion Pictures
Maverik Motion Pictures
Twin Track Films
Twin Track Films
Production Countries
United Kingdom
Official Website

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