‘Ange & the Boss’ captivates audiences at Sydney’s Greek Film Festival

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On Thursday, October 17, the much-anticipated documentary Ange & the Boss: Puskas in Australia took centre stage at the 29th Greek Film Festival in Sydney.

Proudly presented by METAXA, this special screening at the Palace Norton St Cinema was a true highlight of the festival’s line-up, capturing the intersection of football, migration, and multiculturalism.

The documentary, directed by Cam Fink, Tony Wilson, and Rob Heath, offers a deep dive into the life of football legend Ferenc Puskás, one of the greatest players of the 1950s. A global football icon, Puskás was a star of Real Madrid and the Hungarian national team, yet somehow found himself coaching South Melbourne Hellas in the early 1990s. The film explores how this FIFA ‘Team of the Century’ player ended up in Australia and led South Melbourne to triumph in the 1991 National Soccer League (NSL).

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Ange & the Boss: Puskas in Australia took centre stage at the 29th Greek Film Festival in Sydney. Photo supplied.

More than just a football story, Ange & the Boss delves into the relationship between Puskás and his then-captain, Ange Postecoglou, who would later make history as the first Australian to manage in the Premier League. It also sheds light on the world of the NSL, a parallel universe that was largely invisible to Anglo sports fans in Australia but played a crucial role in the lives of European Australians and their children.

The film resonates deeply with the Greek Australian community, documenting the migrant experience in Melbourne during the 1980s and 1990s. It highlights how cultural and sporting institutions, like South Melbourne Hellas, provided a sense of belonging and an avenue for contribution to Australian multiculturalism and society at large.

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Following the screening, a special Q&A session was held with the directors.

Following the screening, a special Q&A session was held with the directors, as well as South Melbourne legend Paul Trimboli, who was interviewed by Sydney-based football commentator Simon Hill and Themis Kallos. The discussion offered valuable insights into the making of the film, the significance of Puskás’ time in Australia, and Postecoglou’s meteoric rise in football management.

With Ange Postecoglou’s success on the global football stage, this film could not have been more timely. It celebrates an extraordinary chapter in Australian football history and reminds us of the lasting impact that immigrant communities have had on the nation’s sporting landscape.

For those who missed the screening, the 29th Greek Film Festival runs until October 27, offering a fantastic array of films that celebrate Greek culture and heritage. For further details and ticket information, visit greekfilmfestival.com.au.

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