Guest Post by Julian Shea
I write for Blowing Bubbles & do Metro.co.uk’s West Ham blog. As you may have heard, Matthew Lorenzo is currently working on a Bobby Moore documentary for release next summer. Matthew’s dad Peter was one of Bobby’s closest friends so Matthew grew up with him as a family friend, giving him a unique insight into telling his story. The film has got the backing of some of football’s biggest names, and is set to be a very big deal next summer.
Matthew has asked me to help him with some research, and has asked me to put this particular request out. And should you know anyone who might be interested, it is still possible to invest in the film – contact me directly and I can give you more details. Thanks, and let’s hope this is the start of something that might end up in the film!
“Bo66y” is an intimate feature length documentary film charting the incredible journey on and off the field of the sporting & cultural icon, Bobby Moore. The man who captained England to our only World Cup victory.
The film is currently in post-production and set for release in cinemas next year, in conjunction with the 50th anniversary of England’s historic spotting achievement. Bo66y features interviews with Pele, Sir Geoff Hurst, Paul Gascoigne, Frank Lampard, Gordon Banks, Harry Redknapp, Greg Dyke, Terry O’Neill, Russell Brand as well as a host of other football heroes and social commentators.
We’re seeking personal photos and filmed footage surrounding England’s 1966 World Cup campaign, from the fans and members of the public who were there; images from the games at Wembley and the final itself, as well as images from up and down the country of the celebrations – from Kensington High Street to the Northern borders.
We’d love to hear from anyone who has photos or footage. We will give a fee and a credit on the film for any images we use.
If you have images contact us at:
archive@bobbymooremovie.com
Thanks, and let’s hope this is the start of something that might end up in the film!