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FIFA OFFICIAL WORLD CUP FILMS

 

 The fourteen FIFA Films Official FIFA World Cup™ Film Collection 1954 – 2006 offer a unique, high quality archive of the FIFA World Cup over 60 years of its history. From the tense last moments of "Goal", the colour record of England's only FIFA World Cup victory in a era when television was black and white, to the glorious sweep and drama of the 35mm award winning movie “Hero” narrated by Michael Caine, made at the 1986 FIFA World Cup™ in Mexico,which focused on Maradona's finest and most controversial hour, are films which stand the test of time.
 
While television provides a complete record, the films fill many other commercial purposes, which make them valuable not just to networks, but to production companies, sponsors and advertisers. Mostly shot in 35mm colour, filmed by cameramen who have unique skills and experience in the artistic filming of football, they provide a rich source of close ups, slow motion and defining emotional shots.
 

1954 WORLD CUP

GERMAN GIANTS

Starting with the FIFA World Cup finals in Switzerland in 1954 we see the red-hot favourites Hungary, led by the legendary Puskas eventually beaten by West Germany 3-2 in a classic final.

89 minutes

Disc Ref: 189

1958 WORLD CUP

HEINI

The 1958 finals, held in Sweden, saw the emergence of a new superstar in Pélé. This 17-year-old wonder player led the Brazilians to a final triumph over the host nation 5-2.

82 minutes

Disc Ref: 190

1962 WORLD CUP

VIVA BRAZIL

Chile was the venue for the 1962 finals, where holders Brazil were expected to regain their crown. The host, Chile, took them all the way in an epic semi-final, but the classy Brazilians eventually beat Chile 4-2 and went on to beat another surprise package, Czechoslovakia, 3-1 in a one-sided final.

88 minutes

Disc Ref: 55

1966 WORLD CUP

GOAL 

England was expected to perform well in 1966, playing on home ground. After tough, tense games against Portugal and Argentina, England eventually overcame West Germany in the final 4-2. The team was helped, in no small measure, by a historic final hat-trick by Geoff Hurst and superb defending and attacking from Bobby Moore and Bobby Charlton.

This is the only full colour record of the 1966 FIFA World Cup.

100 minutes

Disc Ref: 71

1970 WORLD CUP

THE WORLD AT THEIR FEET

The 1970 finals saw the emergence of probably the greatest team the world has ever seen, in the all-conquering form of Brazil. Pélé was playing in his last finals and his touch, vision and goal prowess combined with Jairzinho's amazing feat of scoring in every round, propelled the Brazilians to an irresistible 4-1 final victory over an overwhelmed Italy.

92 minutes

Disc Ref: 51

 

 

1974 WORLD CUP

HEADING FOR GLORY

The 1974 finals in West Germany saw the emergence of "Total Football" in the shape of the classy Dutch led by the legendary Johan Cruyff. The Dutch swept all before them until they came up against the solid hosts in the final. Beckenbauer led West Germany to a tense 2-1 victory.

89 minutes

Disc Ref: 57

1978 WORLD CUP

CAMPEONES

Argentina, as hosts in 1978, were under great pressure to succeed. Amidst passionate supporters, they progressed to the finals with a wonderful blend of attacking football and tough defending. The unlucky Dutch, now lacking Cruyffs' sublime skills, were the fall guys once again in the Final, losing 3-1 in a classic clash of styles.

91 minutes

Disc Ref: 125

 

1982 WORLD CUP

 

G'OLE!

This is the official FIFA film of the 1982 World Cup Finals in Spain. Runs 98 minutes and includes commentary by Sean Connery with a special score composed by Rick Wakeman. Not your average footie film, this is a stunning record of the 1982 tournament finals which included England and Northern Ireland and culminated in Italy's thrilling victory against West Germany.

Not available in the shops DVD, this film is becoming increasingly difficult to source.

91 minutes

Disc Ref: 43

 

1986 WORLD CUP

HERO

Mexico had just recovered from a devastating earthquake, but the nation put on a great tournament and Argentina, inspired by Maradona, justified "favourite" status.

Eighty-six minutes of football magic from numerous world stars, including Diego Maradona, Gary Lineker, Michel Platini, Socrates, Rummenigge, Sanchez, Laudrup and many others. Michael Caine narrates this, the official FIFA coverage.

 

 

Italia 90 was another fascinating tournament, a melting pot of different styles, culture and technique. The biggest tournament to date, it saw the emergence of the African nations with the free-flowing Cameroon capturing everyone's hearts. The final was tight and not for the squeamish, but the well-drilled and better-disciplined Germans prevailed 1-0 winners to claim the crown for the third time.

 

82 minutes

Disc Ref: 58

 

 

1990 WORLD CUP

SOCCER SHOOT OUT 

Italia 90 was another fascinating tournament, a melting pot of different styles, culture and technique. The biggest tournament to date, it saw the emergence of the African nations with the free-flowing Cameroon capturing everyone's hearts. The final was tight and not for the squeamish, but the well-drilled and better-disciplined Germans prevailed 1-0 winners to claim the crown for the third time.

 
Narrated by Edward Woodward
 

104 minutes

Disc Ref: 114

1994 WORLD CUP

SEVEN BILLION HEARTS

In 1994, the FIFA World Cup™ came to the USA for the first time in history and set the country alight, giving soccer a tremendous boost in the world’s biggest market. Audiences were treble the previous highest ever achieved for soccer in the USA.
 
This film offers an original view of the razzmatazz and vigour of the first US-staged event and captures the agony of the penalty shootout between Brazil and Italy that decided the world title.
 
106 minutes
 
Disc Ref: 822

1998 WORLD CUP

VIVE LA FRANCE

This is more than a highlight dvd. See all the color, passion, drama, sights and sounds from the opening ceremonies to the medal presentation as the story of the 1998 World Cup unfolds before your eyes.
 
Never before seen footage set to music and insightful commentary of the World`s greatest players, charged with emotion and superb displays of skill.
 
Narrated by Sean Bean
 
86 minutes
 
Disc Ref: 163

2002 WORLD CUP

SEVEN GAMES FROM GLORY

2002 FIFA World Cup Korea/Japan was a World Cup of shocks and surprises, making history from start to finish. It was the first World Cup in Asia and the first to be co-hosted by two countries. The official film of the 2002 FIFA World Cup Korea/Japan captures the unique spirit of this event in 120 minutes of football – on the pitch and behind the scenes.
 
This is one of few official films able to offer a hint of the secret world behind the dressing room door – Senegal's victory celebrations, Mexico's prayer and team talk, the referees debriefing.
 
120 minutes
 
Disc Ref: 823

2006 WORLD CUP

THE GRAND FINALE

This definitive 2006 FIFA World Cup Film brings you the thrills, goals, and nail-biting moments from the world's greatest football tournament. Featuring interviews with football legends and never-before-seen footage both on the field and off, the grand finale is a must-have for any football fan!

This official World Cup film contains footage produced exclusively for this program, not simply a rehash of the television broadcast footage, and is narrated by Pierce Brosnan.

108 minutes

DIsc Ref: 759