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Bend It Like Beckham (2002) 6.7
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6.7/10 from 63,502 users
Metascore: 66/100
Reviews: 422 user | 157 critic | 36 from Metacritic.com The daughter of orthodox Sikh rebels against her parents' traditionalism by running off to Germany with a football team (soccer in America). Director:Gurinder Chadha |
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Cast
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| Keira Knightley | ... | ||
| Jonathan Rhys Meyers | ... | ||
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Mr. Bhamra
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Pinky Bhamra
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Shaznay Lewis | ... |
Mel
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Alan Paxton
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Ameet Chana | ... |
Tony
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Meena
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Paven Virk | ... |
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Monica
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Taz
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Sonny
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A comedy about bending the rules to reach your goal, Bend It Like Beckham explores the world of women's football, from kick-abouts in the park to freekicks in the Final. Set in Hounslow, West London and Hamburg, the film follows two 18 year olds with their hearts set on a future in professional soccer. Heart-stopping talent doesn't seem to be enough when your parents want you to hang up your football boots, find a nice boyfriend and learn to cook the perfect chapatti. Written by Anonymous
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Sometimes, to follow your dreams... you've got to bend the rules! See more »Parents Guide:
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Release Date:
1 August 2003 (USA) See more »Also Known As:
Joue-la comme Beckham See more »Box Office
Budget:
£3,500,159 (estimated)Opening Weekend:
$161,528 (USA) (14 March 2003)Gross:
$32,541,719 (USA) (17 October 2003)Company Credits
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Jess: I can't.
Jules: [thinking it's about seeing Joe] You have to come!
Jess: No, I can't!
[sighs]
Jess: It's the same day as my sister's wedding.
Jules: [moaning quietly] Aw, shit.
Jess: [later, to Joe] Jess can't come on the 25th. It's the same day as her sister's wedding.
Joe: [angrily] *Shit!*
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Written by Kuljit Bhamra
Published by Kuljit Bhamra
Vocals by Chirag Pechan
Licensed courtesy of Multitone Records/BMG Entertainment International UK & Ireland Ltd.
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Did You Know?
Trivia
Gurinder Chadha: At the party the night before the wedding she is in the circle of relatives clapping, wearing a blue suit. See more »Goofs
In the match where Jess and Jules aren't getting along, Jule's hair is held back by a metal headband, except in one close-up where it is held back by a thick, black headband. It then goes back to the metal headband. Then in the final game Jules is wearing the black headband again. See more »Quotes
Jules: We need you come to the Grand Final.Jess: I can't.
Jules: [thinking it's about seeing Joe] You have to come!
Jess: No, I can't!
[sighs]
Jess: It's the same day as my sister's wedding.
Jules: [moaning quietly] Aw, shit.
Jess: [later, to Joe] Jess can't come on the 25th. It's the same day as her sister's wedding.
Joe: [angrily] *Shit!*
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Crazy Credits
The closing credits feature cast and crew singing "Hot Hot Hot", with many of the lyrics in Punjabi. One group can be seen holding a "cheat sheet" index card, presumably with the lyrics on. See more »Soundtracks
"Rail Gaddi"Written by Kuljit Bhamra
Published by Kuljit Bhamra
Vocals by Chirag Pechan
Licensed courtesy of Multitone Records/BMG Entertainment International UK & Ireland Ltd.
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The title of this film nearly put me off watching it. Not being a Manchester United fan, the mere mention of Beckham was a bit off putting, however I put my prejudices behind me and I'm glad I did.
I wasn't expecting much of a film, but I was pleasantly surprised. The film sped along with me never looking at my watch and I enjoyed every second of the film. If you liked East is East then you'll love this film. OK so the storyline is nothing new, and the classic storylines are contained within the film but it's all done very funnily, and with a breath of fresh air. The film moves very fast and keeps the audiance entertained. The occaisional funny moments are a good chuckle and not some poor attempt at humour, and best of all it's a good british comedy.