An Elegant Portrayal Of An Un-Elegant Subject

Rating: 10/10 (9 February 2006)

One of the most absorbing films i have seen in the past few months, Green Street is an honest portrayal of football hooliganism which manages not to glorify the violence but at the same time commends the courage and loyalty of those who take part in it. Elijah Wood does a surprisingly good job of banishing his Hobbit past and throws himself into the role with an enjoyable enthusiasm, Charlie Hunnman moves away from his 'Queer as Folk' roots in a stunning performance as the leader of the 'Green Street Elite', he manages to portray every aspect of his complicated character in a realistic and enjoyable performance. This film is gritty in its social realism and the violence of some of the scenes may be disturbing for some but highlights the disconcerting reality of the world of 'hooliganism'.