Green Street Hooligans (2005)
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Green Street Hooligans thrusts viewers into the gritty world of football (soccer) hooliganism, where loyalty, rivalry, and violence collide. The story follows Matt Buckner, a Harvard student who is wrongfully expelled from university after a drug scandal involving his sister’s boyfriend. Seeking a fresh start, Matt travels to London to stay with his estranged sister’s family. There, he is introduced to the brutal underground world of football gangs by his new friend, Pete Dunham.
Pete is a key member of the Green Street Elite (GSE), a notorious firm linked to West Ham United football club. Despite Matt’s initial reluctance, he finds himself drawn into the intense camaraderie and violent clashes that define the group. As Matt becomes more involved, he learns the harsh realities of the GSE’s world—where rival factions will stop at nothing to assert dominance, and every match is more than just about football; it’s about pride, honor, and survival.
As tensions escalate between the GSE and their bitter rivals, Matt must confront his own beliefs about loyalty and violence, and what it means to belong to something greater than himself. Green Street Hooligans is a fast-paced, raw, and emotionally charged exploration of friendship, identity, and the destructive power of tribalism. With unforgettable performances and an unflinching look at a hidden subculture, the film will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very end.