In The Middle

A diverse group of match officials attempt to cope with the rigours of running matches in grassroots football

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★★★★★ The Reviews Hub
“Compelling…a homage to happiness”

★★★★ The Sunday Times
“Celebrates the pleasures of being part of a community and having a pastime you love”

★★★★ The Arts Desk
“Director Greg Cruttwell has a powerful radar for unforgettable characters”

★★★ Total Film
“Engaging…a real sense of pride and passion”

★★★ The Guardian
“You really don’t have to give two hoots about football to get a kick out of this documentary about grassroots referees…an entertaining and affectionate tribute”

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WINNER: Best Screenplay Award at the 2022 Paladino d’Oro Sports Film Festival in Palermo.

Told from the centre of the playing field, “In The Middle” follows a diverse group of match officials as they attempt to cope with the rigours of running matches in grassroots football. Experienced or new to it, young or old, male, female or non-binary, these unsung heroes tell us about their passion for the game, about their lives outside of it and why they’re drawn to the often thankless task of refereeing.

Released in the UK 31st March 2023

  • Director: Greg Cruttwell
  • Year: 2022
  • Duration: 67 minutes
  • Country: UK
  • Genre: Documentary
  • Production company: Park The Bus Ltd.
  • Cert: 15

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WHERE YOU CAN WATCH IN THE MIDDLE IN CINEMAS

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PREVIOUS SCREENINGS

Galeri, Caernarfon  |  Monday 3rd April
Square Chapel Arts Centre, Halifax  | Wednesday 5th & Thursday 6th April
The Mockingbird Cinema, Birmingham  | Monday 17th April + DIRECTOR Q&A
Savoy Theatre, Monmouth  | Sunday 23rd April
West Norwood Picturehouse  |  Friday 28th April + DIRECTOR Q&A
Stratford Picturehouse  |  Saturday 29th April + DIRECTOR Q&A
Wetherby Cinema  |  Monday 1st & Tuesday 2nd May
Forum Cinema, Hexham  |  Tuesday 2nd May
Alnwick Playhouse  | Wednesday 10th & Thursday 11th May
Ilkley Cinema, Ilkley  | Sunday 14th – Tuesday 16th May
Brewery Arts, Kendal  |  Friday 19th May + DIRECTOR Q&A (Zoom)
Magic Lantern Cinema, Tywyn  | Tuesday 13th and Wednesday 21st June

 

 

 

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In The Middle offers a masterclass in sports documentary truly capturing the passion, spirit, and dedication of these referees in such a unique way.”

Niger Asije
The New Current

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