Bobby Robson: More Than A Manager · Working
Critics have praised the film for its emotional depth and elegant storytelling:
: Reviewers from Esquire called it the "best sports documentary since Senna ".
: It chronicles his journey from a miner’s son to managing elite clubs such as Ipswich Town , PSV Eindhoven , Porto , Barcelona , and Newcastle United , as well as his tenure as the England national team manager. Bobby Robson: More Than a Manager
is a critically acclaimed 2018 sports documentary that serves as the definitive portrait of the late English football manager, Sir Bobby Robson. Directed by Gabriel Clarke and Torquil Jones, the film explores Robson's sixty-year career and his enduring legacy through candid interviews with some of the game's greatest figures. Key Themes & Content
: It holds a 100% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes. Critics have praised the film for its emotional
: Interviewees such as Pep Guardiola , José Mourinho , and Sir Alex Ferguson describe him as a father figure and "one of the nicest people" in football.
The documentary balances Robson's legendary professional achievements with his personal resilience and character: Directed by Gabriel Clarke and Torquil Jones, the
: It highlights his final "greatest team"—the Sir Bobby Robson Foundation , which he founded in 2008 to fund cancer research. Critical Reception