Forbidden Games: The Justin Fashanu Story (2017): Cast
Forbidden Games: The Justin Fashanu Story is a 2017 documentary directed by Jon Carey and Adam Darke, starring Bevan Celestine as Justin Fashanu, Justin Fashanu and John Barnes. It runs 1 hour 21 minutes.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 21m (81 min)
- Directors
- Jon Carey and Adam Darke
- Genre
- Documentary
- Original language
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English - After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Forbidden Games: The Justin Fashanu Story About?
The premise of Forbidden Games: The Justin Fashanu Story without spoilers.
This film explores the complex and often tragic life of British footballer Justin Fashanu. Through extensive archival footage and emotional interviews, it recounts his rise to fame and the devastating impact of his coming out during a time of prevalent homophobia. The story details how this pivotal moment damaged his football career and fractured his relationship with his brother, revealing a history of painful early experiences and a lifelong rivalry.
Forbidden Games: The Justin Fashanu Story Themes & Keywords
· 11 tags- gay
- reenactment
- coming out
- gay soccer player
- gay athlete
- soccer
- athlete
- gay interest
- homosexuality
- homophobia
- professional soccer player
Forbidden Games: The Justin Fashanu Story Cast & Characters
Bevan Celestine leads the cast as Justin Fashanu, with Justin Fashanu and John Barnes. Directed by Jon Carey and Adam Darke; 11 actors are credited in all.
- Co-director Jon Carey
- Co-director Adam Darke
- Bevan Celestine as Justin Fashanu
- Justin Fashanu as themselves
- John Barnes as themselves
- John Fashanu as themselves
Also Starring in Forbidden Games: The Justin Fashanu Story
· 7 more- Glenn Hoddle Themselves
- Peter Yaw Agyekum Asante Young John
- Stephen Yaw Agyekum Asante Young Justin
- Joe Royle Themselves
- Marisol Acuna Themselves
- Ambrose Mendy Themselves
- A.J. Ali Themselves
More from Jon Carey and Adam Darke
One more film directed by Jon Carey and Adam Darke: The Crazy Gang - When Wimbledon Won The Cup.
Forbidden Games: The Justin Fashanu Story Trailers & Videos
The trailer of Forbidden Games: The Justin Fashanu Story.
Forbidden Games: The Justin Fashanu Story Also Known As
Also known as “משחקים אסורים: סיפורו של ג'סטין פשנו”.
- Also known as
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- משחקים אסורים: סיפורו של ג'סטין פשנו
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Forbidden Games: The Justin Fashanu Story FAQ: Cast & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of Forbidden Games: The Justin Fashanu Story, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Forbidden Games: The Justin Fashanu Story?
Forbidden Games: The Justin Fashanu Story runs 1 hour 21 minutes (81 minutes).
When was Forbidden Games: The Justin Fashanu Story released?
Forbidden Games: The Justin Fashanu Story was released on October 6, 2017.
Who directed Forbidden Games: The Justin Fashanu Story?
Forbidden Games: The Justin Fashanu Story was directed by Jon Carey and Adam Darke.
Who is in the cast of Forbidden Games: The Justin Fashanu Story?
Forbidden Games: The Justin Fashanu Story stars Bevan Celestine as Justin Fashanu, Justin Fashanu and John Barnes, among 11 credited actors.
Does Forbidden Games: The Justin Fashanu Story have a post-credit scene?
No. Forbidden Games: The Justin Fashanu Story has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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