Question 1

Why was The Damned United criticized by the Clough family?

Accepted Answer

The Clough family criticized the film, stating it was not an accurate portrayal of events.

Question 2

Which real-life interview does the film recreate, and who conducted it?

Accepted Answer

The film recreates an Austin Mitchell interview with Brian Clough and Don Revie that took place in Leeds on September 13, 1974.

Question 3

What ironic location was used to film Derby County training ground scenes?

Accepted Answer

The Derby County training ground scenes were filmed at a football pitch in Leeds that ironically overlooks the Leeds United stadium.

Question 4

Which actor in the film had a previous professional football career?

Accepted Answer

Martin Compston, who plays John O'Hare, was a professional footballer in Scotland, making two first-team appearances for Greenock Morton in 2001-02.

Question 5

What drives the conflict when Brian Clough takes over Leeds United?

Accepted Answer

Brian Clough's abrasive approach and his clear dislike of the players' dirty style of play create friction with the team.

Question 6

Why was The Damned United criticized by the Clough family?

Accepted Answer

The Clough family stated the film was not an accurate portrayal of events, according to IMDb trivia.

Question 7

Which ironic location was used to film Derby County training ground scenes?

Accepted Answer

The Derby County training ground scenes were filmed at a football pitch in Leeds overlooking the Leeds United stadium, per IMDb trivia.

Question 8

What real-life interview does the film recreate, and where was it originally held?

Accepted Answer

The film recreates an Austin Mitchell interview with Brian Clough and Don Revie that took place at the Calendar Studio in Leeds on September 13, 1974, according to IMDb trivia.

Question 9

Which actor in the film had a previous career as a professional footballer?

Accepted Answer

Martin Compston, who plays John O'Hare, was a professional footballer for Greenock Morton in Scotland before acting, making two first-team appearances in the 2001-02 season.

Question 10

Which international film festivals featured The Damned United?

Accepted Answer

The film was featured at the Vancouver International Film Festival in 2009 and the Toronto International Film Festival in 2009, according to festival records.

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