Cast
View All
Kuno Becker
as Santiago Muñez
Stephen Dillane
as Glen Foy
Anna Friel
as Roz Harmison
Leonor Varela
as Jordana Garcia
Elizabeth Peña
as Rosa Maria
Carmelo Gómez
as Burruchaga
Miriam Colon
as Mercedes
Frances Barber
as Carol Harmison
William Beck
as Steve Parr
Kieran O'Brien
as Hughie McGowan
Sean Pertwee
as Barry Rankin
Rutger Hauer
as Rudi van der Merwe
Alessandro Nivola
as Gavin Harris
Iker Casillas
as Himself
Iván Helguera
as Himself
Crew
Director
- Jaume Collet-Serra
Producer
- Jo Burn
- Mark Huffam
- Jonathan Harris
- Mike Jefferies
- Danny Stepper
- Stevie Hargitay
- Matt Barrelle
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Goal II: Living the Dream examines complex human relationships and emotional struggles against the backdrop of contemporary challenges that mirror our own experiences. The character development particularly stands out, offering viewers a chance to reflect on their own life journeys.
Director Jaume Collet-Serra brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to character development and emotional depth creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 2007, the film exists within a cultural context that continues to evolve with our understanding of its themes. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of Goal II: Living the Dream took approximately 35 months from pre-production to final cut.
- With a budget of $10.0 million, the film represented a significant investment in bringing this story to the screen.
- The final cut of the film runs for 115 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 158 minutes long.
- Several scenes were filmed in multiple locations to capture the perfect setting.
- The screenplay went through 12 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
- The costume department created over 110 unique costume pieces for the production.
Historical Context
- In 2007, when this film is released:
- Environmental concerns were becoming more mainstream.
- Digital technology was disrupting traditional media and entertainment.
- Digital filmmaking technologies were transforming production processes and creating new opportunities.
How This Film Stands Out
While Goal II: Living the Dream shares thematic elements with other films in its genre, it distinguishes itself through its unique approach to storytelling, visual style, and character development.
Unlike Bloomfield, which takes a more conventional approach to its subject matter, Goal II: Living the Dream subverts genre expectations by exploring its themes with greater nuance.
While films like When Saturday Comes and The Miracle of Bern explore similar territory, Goal II: Living the Dream stands apart through its distinctive directorial vision and pacing.
This film's unique contribution to cinema lies in its thoughtful balance of entertainment value and thematic depth, making it a valuable addition to its genre.
Details
- Release Date: February 9, 2007
- Runtime: 1h 55m
- Budget: $10,000,000
- Revenue: $7,864,905
