A Shot at Glory is a frequently far-fetched but, to be fair, reasonably satisfying attempt at an underdog story in the wonderful world of Scottish football. Rangers and Scotland legend Ally McCoist plays Jackie McQuillan, an ageing ex-Celtic striker. He signs for a club in the 2nd division managed by his father-in-law (Robert Duvall) who hates him. However, Jackie wins over the fans and, ultimately, is father as his new team march on towards the Scottish Cup final.
What is perhaps most remarkable about this film (aside from Duvall's ludicrous Scottish accent) is McCoists above-average performance. He is convincing and actually quite involving in his role, although this could be due to him being more than familiar with a role of an ex-Old Firm striker signing for a club in the doldrums - hello, Kilmarnock.
If you're a fan of Scottish football, then I wholeheartedly recommend watching this film. It's probably easily the best film made about the game north of the border, and features lots of lower league favourites of the 90's such as Owen Coyle, Alan Lawrence, Derek McInnes and John Martin. Dundee United manager Ian McCall also gives an amusing performance as a centre-half who uses dirty tactics to get our hero McQuillan sent off.
What is perhaps most remarkable about this film (aside from Duvall's ludicrous Scottish accent) is McCoists above-average performance. He is convincing and actually quite involving in his role, although this could be due to him being more than familiar with a role of an ex-Old Firm striker signing for a club in the doldrums - hello, Kilmarnock.
If you're a fan of Scottish football, then I wholeheartedly recommend watching this film. It's probably easily the best film made about the game north of the border, and features lots of lower league favourites of the 90's such as Owen Coyle, Alan Lawrence, Derek McInnes and John Martin. Dundee United manager Ian McCall also gives an amusing performance as a centre-half who uses dirty tactics to get our hero McQuillan sent off.