Ronnie O'Sullivan: The Edge of Everything

We all know Ronnie is a special breed. I used to dislike him, I thought he was arrogant, immature and obnoxious. But then I started watching him play and developed a respect for him as a sportsman. Only after that did discover enough about this tortured soul that changed my mind about him.

He is still the little boy who is looking for approval from his larger than life father. And thought that being successful was the key to happiness. He found out it wasn't.

This documentary captures his struggle perfectly. A man driven to find the horizon that is always moving away. It shines a light into his nature and those who orbit him.

It's entertaining, masterfully photographed and edited, with a beautiful score. A huge payoff in the finale too.

I may be biased as I am a huge Ronnie fan but also have a little insight having met him in Sheffield and experiencing first hand his personality and temper. This isn't a story about mental health nor gives an insight into the turmoil of sporting heroes etc, it's just a film completely devoted to what goes on in Ronnie's head on a daily basis.

We've all wondered while watching him play, and act up before, during and after playing, and also heard the stories. But this confirms and explains everything about him from the horse's mouth.

Great doc and a great insight into the life of my fav sports star.

The documentary delves into the life and career of Ronnie O'Sullivan, yet it falls short in showcasing the full breadth of his remarkable achievements in snooker. While it offers a deep insight into his personal struggles and demons, it disproportionately focuses on his private life rather than highlighting his unparalleled feats on the snooker table.

Regrettably, the documentary fails to substantiate Ronnie's widely acclaimed title as the Greatest of All Time (GOAT) in snooker. It neglects to underscore his extraordinary records, setting aside his incredible sporting milestones that may stand unbeaten for generations to come.

Moreover, the portrayal of Ronnie's charisma and the intense respect and fear he commands from opponents seems insufficient. His magnetic personality and the aura he exudes in the snooker world are sidelined, leaving a void in capturing the essence of his dominance and impact on the sport.

At times, the documentary appears to dwell excessively on moments of self-pity, detracting from the celebration of his illustrious career. The overemphasis on personal struggles, while essential to understanding the man behind the player, unfortunately overshadows the celebration of his sporting genius.

In conclusion, while offering an intimate look at Ronnie O'Sullivan's personal life, the documentary misses the mark in truly encapsulating his unparalleled legacy as a snooker icon. It lacks the necessary balance between personal narrative and showcasing his sporting excellence, leaving viewers yearning for a more comprehensive tribute to his incredible talent and achievements on the snooker table.

Ronnie is undoubtedly the greatest ever snooker player and is a funny character away from the table - one memory that stands out is Ronnie asking how much prize money for a 147 break and then going onto smash it - no one but the rocket could do this.

Some of his accomplishments in the game will never be repeated or beaten and I feel this documentary took the wrong path - it focused very heavily on Ronnie's demons rather than his unbelievable achievements in the game.

It is an important part of the story of the rockets genius to see his struggles but the doc went in the wrong direction and felt unfinished at the end.

This for me is one of the best biographical documentaries I have ever seen. It gives an in depth insight into the mental toughness it takes to stay on top of "your game" in the pinnacle of sports, it delves into a "young Ronnie" growing up and the special bond he had with his father , he could quite easily have hung up his cue due to a family crisis involving his father, but the emotional turmoil he endured during this crisis acted as a catalyst and lit a fire inside him. The movie jumps back and forward in time leading up to Ronnie and his attempt at a record equaling 7th world championship. Ronnie Wood and Damien Hirst , close friends of "Ronnie O' Sullivan " give some great insights into his mindset. This documentary is an absolute must for any Snooker fan and proves that even celebrity cannot mask you from a mental health issue.