This Sporting Life 1963

John Petrakis, Chicago Tribune: It's impossible not to appreciate the remarkable performances (both Harris and Roberts were nominated for Oscars) or the realistic rugby scenes that earned Harris a broken leg. Read more

Dave Kehr, Chicago Reader: Probably the best crafted of the British 'kitchen sink' movies. Read more

Tom Milne, Time Out: A reminder that something really was stirring in those days of the British New Wave before it frittered itself away. Read more

David Jenkins, Time Out: The film is raw and confident, but it's a little shallow, too. Read more

Variety Staff, Variety: Lindsay Anderson, making his debut as a feature director, brings the keen, observant eye of a documentary man to many vivid episodes without sacrificing the story line. Read more