In this spectacular documentary, INSIDE ENGLAND RUGBY - SWEET CHARIOT, the filmmakers really lived with the players in every aspect of their professional lives, literally following... more
Chariot" is the film England fans thought they would never see. The extraordinary footage covers the 6 Nations Grand Slam and victories over Australia New Zeala...
been a story of mixed fortunes for England fans. A host of retirements and the departures of Sir Clive Woodward and Andy Robinson OBE ultimately led to Brian Ashton taking over as Head Coach in December 2006.In the quest to retain the crown, England Rugby has once again thrown open the dressing room doors, allowing privileged access to the inner circle. This is Brian Ashton's new era. It saw the return of Jonny, a challenging RBS 6 Nations and the toughest of tours to South Africa.Psyched to their limits by the Royal Marines, England's RWC hopefuls then endured a demanding and crucial training camp in Portugal before returning home to prepare for the all important Investee Challenge matches that would determine their World Cup fortunes, with Aston's final squad announcement just days away.The cameras were with England every step of the way. The result is candid, riveting and extraordinary. The follow up to the best selling original, Sweet Chariot, this is an unswerving, upfront account of a team aiming for victory on the greatest rugby stage of them all.
Chariot is the film England fans thought they would never see.Total access to the squad with almost two hours of never seen before footage: in the dressing room, at the hotel, on the training pitch, team meetings, injury treatment, revealing interviews, new match coverage and much more.This is the full account - off and on the pitch - of how Clive Woodward's team became number one in the world. Follow the players, coaches and management through one of the greatest ever periods in English rugby.Includes victories over New Zealand, Australia, South Africa and the 6 Nations Grand Slam.Sweet Chariot: England's Rise to the Top of the Rugby World.
Production Year: 2005 - Sports - Director: David Sumnall, Mick Kelly - Original Language: English - Classification: Exempt - Starring: Jonny Wilkinson, Keith Wood, Jeremy Guscott, Jonathan Davies
A review by seb_clem_65 on Inside England Rugby - Sweet Chariot (DVD) August 18th, 2008
Author's product rating:
Did you enjoy it?
Loved it
How does it compare to similar films?
Outstanding
Advantages:
Brilliant behind the scenes footage one feels privelaged to watch
Disadvantages:
could have gone all the way and shown the world cup matches
Recommend to potential buyers:
yes
Full review
This DVD is surely a must have for any rugby fan, it's unique behind the scenes look at the preparation of the England rugby squad in their training and international matches in the run up to thier succesfull 2003 World Cup campaign. It truly delivers in it's title 'Inside England Rugby' in that you really feel that you are there with the team, through one of the greatest seasons in English rugby history. Though the story does end quite abruptly shortly before their first match of the World Cup Campaign, the amount of game footage which includes highlights of the six nations grand slam and victories over the tri nations teams. As Clive Woodward says ''it's our story'' and whith this DVD you truly feel a part of that.
Advantages: Very interesting look behind the scenes; the training scenes Disadvantages: Wished it would go on for longer
...Quick Background
I didn't know this DVD existed until seeing a review in an edition of the Rugby World magazine, which (if memory serves me right) rated the DVD highly. Upon viewing the DVD myself, I totally see why.
It features a genuine behind-the-scenes look at the Englandrugby team in the months leading up to the 2007 Rugby World Cup. The DVD showcases some interesting footage of the team's match preparation, training sessions, pre- and post-match drama, as well as some brilliantly-shot in-game highlights.
The disc offers the viewer an inside look at the dynamics of the England team, and allows the viewer to familiarize with the different characters of the team, in particular David Strettle which the producers dedicated a section of the DVD to.
Pros
* The DVD does a good job in documenting the team...
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In this spectacular documentary, INSIDE ENGLAND RUGBY - SWEET CHARIOT, the filmmakers really lived with the players in every aspect of their professional lives, literally following them into locker rooms, hotels, meetings, physical therapy sessions, training fields, everywhere, just to get a sense of what it takes to by the number one Rugby team in the world. Actually filmed while England was on the rise, there's a sense of driving anticipation that serves to make this film all the more intense. This film has a wealth of interviews with players, coaches and Rugby experts and shows. footage from victories over New Zealand, Australia, South Africa and the 6 Nations Grand Slam. They are the champions, they truly are.
Technical information
Special Features: Deleted Scenes, Production Interviews - 1. Martin Johnson - Player, 2. Jonny Wilkinson - Player, 3. Lawrence Dallaglio - Player, 4. Clive Woodward - Coach, 5. Other Coaches, Trailers - 1. Theatrical Trailer
Sound: Dolby Digital Stereo
Dubbing Sound: Dolby Digital Stereo English
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