This BBC documentary followed Prince William for a year as he got in touch with people from all walks of life, to discuss mental health, and specifically the positive and negative effects football can have on that for men.
Suicide is one of the biggest killers of men under 45 and mental health still remains a somewhat taboo subject, even though it effects so many people. The idea that men need to ‘man up’ instead of talk about how they are feeling and seeking help is now over, we must be a more open and caring society.
The documentary looks at how grassroots football can be used to bring men together to distract themselves and also find a sense of comradeship where they can openly discuss the struggles they are having.
However, it also briefly explores the negative impacts of professional football and how many professional players are still forced to suffer in silence or deal with the consequences of speaking up.
This is the sort of things that members of the royal family should use their platforms for, as they can raise awareness and hopefully make genuine positive change in the world.
Rating = 3.5/5
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