MIGHTY PENGUINS
"This film is utterly remarkable and utterly life affirming"
Mark Kermode
"Mighty Penguins is immensely moving. It is directed with such a light touch. I feel like I already know the kids: from Big D, a former Penguin who is now Cockram’s assistant coach, to Charlie the captain to Louis, who told Alison Hammond she was “hot” before proposing to her on morning television, to Peanut who has been through 50 operations and come out smiling, to Katherine who has overcome so much adversity in her own life."
Don McRae
"With humanity at its heart, this documentary sends a strong message that sport is a love language. Jurors were moved by the lead author’s authenticity, warmth and passion for building powerful community. Told with humour and a light touch approach, the film spotlights personal stories and the genuine impact sport can have."
The Grierson Trust
Kaiser!
"This is a fascinating documentary from British film-maker Louis Myles, It reminded me weirdly of The Talented Mr Ripley, or Bart Layton’s classic The Imposter, t is by turns bizarre, funny and desperately sad."
Peter Bradshaw, Guardian ★★★★
"A film every bit as fantastical, beguiling and deceptive as it's subject....From the outset, this Louis Myles directed film is a stylishly made homage to a man who became a strange kind of legend in his own right."
Noorudean Chowdrey, Joe ★★★★
"Dazzlingly brilliant"
Loaded ★★★★★
Croatia: Defining a Nation
"Compelling, riveting, gripping. This is an excellent documentary and an amazing story of tragedy and triumph"
Donald McRae, The Guardian
"What I found amazing about this documentary, which I will watch again, is that it it took all these tiny little strands that I half knew about, and dovetailed it into one documentary. I mean, bloody hell. I will always now have an interest in the Croatian National side, because it is beyond sport. What an amazing piece of work."
Elis James, Broadcaster and Comedian
"This film masterfully intwertines the narratives of war, sport and the shaping of society"
Martin Bell, ex-BBC correspondent and MP
"I found it absolutely brilliant, and fascinating. A terrific piece of work"
Tom Bradby, ITV News chief anchor
"I was born in 1995, so I didn't really experience war time, nor can I remember watching the team in 1998. Of course, I've learnt and heard many stories, but this movie gave me a really good context on how important was our football team to developing our national pride, and how much their success meant to our people. It is painful to see how difficult was it for Croatia to gain independence, but I am incredibly proud to wear this iconic red-and-white checkers today and follow the footsteps of Prosinečki, Boban, Šuker, and other icons from that time."
Mateo Kovacic, Croatia and 3 x Champions League winner
“It was fascinating to learn about what the Croatian players went through and the circumstances they played in. I have huge respect for them. This is a film we should watch before every World Cup match.”
Borna Sosa, Croatia
The 30 year wait
"This was a really classy film, beautifully edited and shot... As channel controller, I am proud to show it on BBC2"
Patrick Holland, BBC2
"Big, insightful interviews...poignant archive. Powerful documentary."
Henry Winter,The Times
"Loved the 30 year wait. Being a tiny part of a special club along with a mind boggling number of fans, players and staff still leaves the hairs standing on the neck."
Stan Collymore
"Good morning all. Great to wake up to so many nice messages about the brilliantly done Liverpool’s 30 year wait BBC documentary last night. I really appreciate everyone’s kind words. Working for and Managing @LFC was the proudest moment of my life. "
Roy Evans, Manager, Liverpool FC