The Ground We Won

[No Quarter]

<p>Hey guys, just want to give you a heads up that the Rialto channel is free on Sky from 23rd - 29th, and they are playing the rugby documentary 'The Ground We Won'.</p>
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<p>I haven't seen it myself but am hearing very good things about it, so looks like it will be worth a watch. Wednesday 29th at 8:30PM and then various other showings after that, though the subsequent showings will be after the free week - <a data-ipb='nomediaparse' href='http://www.rialtochannel.co.nz/films/type/view/id/4389/the-ground-we-won'>http://www.rialtochannel.co.nz/films/type/view/id/4389/the-ground-we-won</a></p>
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<p><a data-ipb='nomediaparse' href='http://thegroundwewon.com/'>http://thegroundwewon.com/</a></p>
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<p>The Ground We Won is a vÃrità documentary study of manhood as observed through the rites and rituals of a rural New Zealand rugby club. With great bawdiness and camaraderie, an eclectic rugby team of farmers strive to redeem themselves from a long run of bitter loses. In the face of the hefty demands of farming and fatherhood, the Saturday game becomes the focus of the menâ€s passions and the ground on which their worth is proved. With incredibly privileged access inside this sacred menâ€s zone, the film captures a fascinating season of traditions, debauchery and friendship, as the men reclaim their faith in themselves.</p>
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[Hooroo]

<p>Is this based on the Reporoa rugby club?</p>

[hydro11]

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<p>Is this based on the Reporoa rugby club?</p>
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<p>Yes.</p>

[Bovidae]

<p>I've seen it.  An interesting take on what a country club means to its community.  But the after-match rituals will either make you laugh or cringe, depending on your opinion on these things.</p>
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<p>Cane makes a "cameo" appearance.</p>

[Toddy]

<p>Went and saw this at the movies. Great little movie and highly recommend if you can catch it on Rialto. </p>

[jegga]

<p>Fantastic film, Bovidae is right there a fair amount of laugh/cringe moments before you take into account the sitting on a dead cow making a cellphone call scene.</p>

[NZRUGBYQUIZZES]

<p>Thanks for the heads up. Will try and tune in on Wednesday. </p>