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Bend It Like Beckham (2002)
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Football practice, family expectations and a friendship between ambitious young women give this its buoyant rhythm. The jokes allow affection for relatives even when they are maddening, and the sporting scenes make effort look exciting. It is especially cheering when you need a reminder that pursuing your own life need not mean rejecting everyone in it.
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About Bend It Like Beckham
Jess Bhamra, the daughter of a strict Indian couple in London, is not permitted to play organized soccer, even though she is 18. When Jess is playing for fun one day, her impressive skills are seen by Jules Paxton, who then convinces Jess to play for her semi-pro team. Jess uses elaborate excuses to hide her matches from her family while also dealing with her romantic feelings for her coach, Joe.