Steve Coogan and Sixth Commandment star Éanna Hardwicke to star in Roy Keane Saipan incident film

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As a movie critic with a deep-rooted passion for football and Irish history, I am beyond excited about the upcoming film “Saipan,” which promises to delve into one of the most contentious moments in Irish football history. Having grown up in Ireland during that era, I can vividly recall the intense public debate and emotional turmoil surrounding the fallout between Mick McCarthy and Roy Keane.

As a movie critic, I’m excited to share that we’re on the brink of witnessing one of the most significant moments in Irish football history unfold on the big screen. In this upcoming film, I’ll be stepping into the shoes of none other than Mick McCarthy, the esteemed former Republic of Ireland manager. Through my perspective, we’ll delve deep into the seismic events that shaped Irish football like never before.

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The midfielder, who was both the captain and leading player for the national team, was unexpectedly dismissed by McCarthy from the training camp on Saipan just prior to the start of the tournament.

After Keane raised concerns about several matters concerning the team’s training camp and McCarthy’s management skills, McCarthy made his decision. This event sparked significant attention from the media and fans, resulting in strongly contrasting viewpoints.

I’ve worked in the film industry for quite some time now, and I’m thrilled to share some exciting news with you all! Later this summer, a new production is set to begin shooting. This film, which I’ve had the pleasure of learning about, will be helmed by the talented director duo Lisa Barros D’Sa and Glenn Leyburn, who previously brought us “Ordinary Love.” Their unique storytelling abilities are something to look forward to!

Barros D’Sa and Leyburn expressed their excitement in a shared statement about collaborating with this exceptional ensemble and creative crew to recount an iconic episode in Irish football history. This pivotal moment caused deep divisions within the nation, shattered expectations and self-perception, and briefly catapulted a minuscule Pacific island onto the global map.

During this time, Macdara Kelleher and John Keville, the film’s producers, revealed that viewers will have the opportunity to witness the heated conflict between Roy Keane and Mick McCarthy, and understand why it was infamously dubbed “the worst preparation for a World Cup campaign in history.”

It’s not yet clear who else will appear in the film alongside Coogan and Hardwicke as other key members of the Ireland squad – but we’ll be keeping our eyes peeled for any further casting announcements.

Sapain is scheduled for released in UK cinemas in summer 2025.

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2024-07-29 15:06