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By Joanne Hilty
Special to the Rappahannock News
“Bend It Like Beckham,” starring Parminder Nagra as Jess, an Anglo-Indian teen living in London, is a likable, hugely enjoyable cross-cultural comedy about a young girl who loves soccer and worships pro star David Beckham.
Nominated by the Golden Globe for best film, this engaging movie is being shown by the Rappahannock Association for the Arts and Community at The Theatre in Washington on Friday, Jan. 2 at 8 p.m.
The film, acquired at Cannes, seen at Tbronto and Sundance and winner of several fest audience awards, focuses on Jess Bhamra (Nagra), a college-bound Londoner and soccer fanatic who lives in a strict family of proud and prospering Indian immigrants.
Unlike elder sis Pinky (Archie Panjabi), who works at nearby Heathrow Airport and has delighted the parents (Anumpam Kher and Shaheen Khan) with her wedding plans, Jess is a problem. She is still awaiting acceptance to begin her law studies, but worse, she is a rabid soccer fan who loves the gear and sneaks off to play with the neighborhood gang. Her parents hope shell become engaged to Tbny (Ameet Chana) but he’s just a pal.
A part-time bartender, Joe (Jonathan RhysMyers), who coaches a women’s soccer team, recognizes Jess’ talent and recruits her for his team.
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