Feb. 11, 2022|United Kingdom|n/A
Genre: Documentary
Description: “Rooney 2022” is a captivating documentary that delves into the life and career of one of England’s most exceptional football talents, Wayne Rooney. Former Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger once remarked, “He’s the biggest English talent I’ve seen here since I’ve been in England,” shortly after Rooney, at just 16 years old, scored a stunning goal against Wenger’s team. Wenger expressed hope that Rooney would avoid injuries and handle the immense pressure of fame, recognizing his extraordinary potential.
This documentary, released nearly two decades after Rooney’s breakthrough, reflects on Wenger’s prescient observations. Rooney, widely regarded as the most gifted English footballer of his generation, faced a career marked by brilliance and challenges. While he achieved remarkable success, including multiple Premier League titles, a Champions League victory, and record-breaking goal tallies for both England and Manchester United, his journey was also marred by injuries and the heavy burden of expectations.
The documentary provides a poignant look at Rooney’s life, blending highlights and struggles. It begins with his role as player-manager at Derby County and concludes with his retirement in January 2021. Through archive footage, interviews with football legends like Thierry Henry, David Beckham, David Moyes, and Sven-Göran Eriksson, as well as candid, introspective conversations with Rooney himself, the film offers a comprehensive narrative of his career.
Despite his numerous achievements, Rooney’s story is one of complexity and contradictions, a testament to a career that was as much about enduring challenges as it was about celebrating triumphs.
Cast director: Matt Smith
Cast actor: Wayne Rooney, Coleen Rooney, Gary Neville, Thierry Henry, David Beckham, Rio Ferdinand, Sven-Göran Eriksson
Original name: Rooney