Forever Strong, a movie that will appear in theaters later this year (see our earlier related post), isn't the only upcoming Hollywood flick with a rugby union focus. Clint Eastwood is set to direct The Human Factor, which starts shooting in 2009 and chronicles the 1995 Rugby World Cup, which was held in South Africa and won by the hosting Springboks in their first appearance after being previously barred from competition due to South Africa's Apartheid policy.
Matt Damon has been cast as Springbok captain Francois Pienaar, and Morgan Freeman will play the role of Nelson Mandela.
It will be tough for movie magic to outdo the real-life drama in this instance, as the image of Pienaar and Mandela in Springbok shirts (Mandela's wardrobe choice was one of great political significance) is a classic sporting moment. See the clip below for a look:
06 June 2008
Hollywood Rugby Focus Continues
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