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Substitute

Substitute

20071h 10m
Documentary

Status

Released

Release

2007

Runtime

1h 10m

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Substitute is a film by the French former footballer Vikash Dhorasoo. Filmed before and during the 2006 FIFA World Cup, Dhorasoo "recorded his thoughts and feelings throughout the tournament", resulting in a "deeply unconventional sporting film".

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Details

Status
Released
Runtime
1h 10m
Feb 14, 2007
Languages
French
Director
Vikash Dhorasoo
Fred Poulet
Production
Local Films
Local Films
Label Bleu
Label Bleu
Production Countries
France

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