“Next Goal Wins” is a hopeful, funny, and inspiring movie based on the true story of the American Samoa national soccer team. The team is notoriously the worst in the world, but with the help of a new coach, they set out to prove that anything is possible.
The movie is full of heart and humor, and it will leave you feeling uplifted and inspired. The performances are all excellent, and the story is well told. I highly recommend this movie to anyone looking for a feel-good film that will make you laugh and cry.
Here are some of the things I loved about the movie:
- The hopeful tone of the movie will leave you feeling inspired.
- The funny moments will make you laugh out loud.
- The inspiring story will make you believe that anything is possible.
- The amazing outcome of the story is a testament to the power of hope and determination.
- The importance of soccer in the lives of the characters is beautifully portrayed.
NEXT GOAL WINS
Directed by Academy Award Winner Taika Waititi (Jojo Rabbit, Thor: Ragnarok) and based on a true story, NEXT GOAL WINS follows the American Samoa soccer team, infamous for their brutal 31-0 FIFA loss in 2001. With the World Cup Qualifiers approaching, the team hires down-on-his-luck, maverick coach Thomas Rongen (Michael Fassbender) hoping he will turn the world’s worst soccer team around in this heartfelt underdog comedy.
Directed by: Taika Waititi
Screenplay by: Taika Waititi & Iain Morris
Produced by: Jonathan Cavendish, Garrett Basch, Taika Waititi, Mike Brett, Steve Jamison
Cast: Michael Fassbender, Oscar Kightley, Kaimana, David Fane, Rachel House, Beulah Koale, Uli Latukefu, Semu Filipo, Lehi Falepapalangi, with Will Arnett and Elisabeth Moss
