Hooked On Rugby DVD VIDEO DOCUMENTARY rough sport moment broadcaster George Hook Type: Movie Platform: DVD Publisher: Setanta Released: 2004 Media: DVD Hooked On RugbySometimes he makes friends, sometimes he makes enemies, but when it comes to rugby, outspoken media personality George Hook always makes an impression. "The greatest Irish player of all time is Jack Kyle and some players today that have 100 caps aren't fit to lace his boots." "Thomond Park now joins Lourdes, Fatima and Knock. The lame will come here and walk, they will be selling miraculous water from this place." An incurable romantic, George Hook has had a lifelong love affair with the oval ball. In this compelling programme, George is joined by his friend and colleague Brent Pope as he shares his most cherished memories of club, provincial and international rugby. The colourful broadcaster relives memorable moments that brought joy and heartbreak to generations of Irish fans. • The golden era of Jack Kyle's Ireland in the forties. • Munster's timeless triumphs over the All Blacks and the major European powers. • The free scoring exploits of 011ie Campbell and Michael Kiernan, heroes of the early eighties. • The rich tradition of the British and Irish Lions. • The Rugby World Cup when the game overcame apartheid to unite a nation and win respect around the globe. • The new heroes of the professional era. HOOKED ON RUGBY is much more than a montage of clips. It captures the magic of a game that moves and shapes the man that is George Hook. DVD includes special Bonus Features: • George counts down his all time favourite Irish tries. • George selects the greatest Irish team of all time. , For DVD Player (North American NTSC)
