Kicks (2009)

Kicks (2009) poster

Nicole is an introverted Liverpudlian teenager, all but deserted by her parents, with a mother distractedly working nights and a father who has settled with a new family elsewhere. She spends time hanging around the gates of Anfield and the Melwood training ground, desperate for a glimpse of her idol, the star midfielder Lee Cassidy. She Meets aspirant WAG Jasmine, who is from an affluent family, more glamorous and streetwise, yet the girls' shared adoration to Cassidy lead them to bond instantly. They trawl the city and its nightspots, fantasizing about a time when they might have Lee for themselves, yet when the news breaks that the footballer is a transfer target for Real Madrid, they take drastic action to prevent him leaving.

Director: Lindy Heymann
Genre: Drama, Thriller
Runtime: 82 min
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Cast

Screenplay

Production: The Liverpool Culture Company, BBC Film, Sponge Films
Country: United Kingdom
Language: English
Original Language: en

Themes

Child Kidnapping and the Family's Great Terror, Football Passion, Coming of Age and Self-Discovery, Human Trafficking Nightmare

Keywords

rape, tattoo, kidnapping, underwear, nightclub, liverpool, england, clubbing, underage drinking, teenage girl, football (soccer), held captive, tattooing, woman director

Trailer

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Kicks about?
Nicole is an introverted Liverpudlian teenager, all but deserted by her parents, with a mother distractedly working nights and a father who has settled with a new family elsewhere. She spends time hanging around the gates of Anfield and the Melwood training ground, desperate for a glimpse of her idol, the star midfielder Lee Cassidy. She Meets aspirant WAG Jasmine, who is from an affluent family, more glamorous and streetwise, yet the girls' shared adoration to Cassidy lead them to bond instantly. They trawl the city and its nightspots, fantasizing about a time when they might have Lee for themselves, yet when the news breaks that the footballer is a transfer target for Real Madrid, they take drastic action to prevent him leaving.
Who directed Kicks?
Kicks was directed by Lindy Heymann.
Who stars in Kicks?
Kicks stars Kerrie Hayes, Nichola Burley, Jamie Doyle, Gary Cartwright, Derek Hicks, Laura Wallace.
How long is Kicks?
Kicks has a runtime of 1h 22m (82 minutes).
What genre is Kicks?
Kicks is a Drama, Thriller film.
Where was Kicks produced?
Kicks was produced in United Kingdom.
What are the themes of Kicks?
The themes of Kicks include: Child Kidnapping and the Family's Great Terror, Football Passion, Coming of Age and Self-Discovery, Human Trafficking Nightmare.