Gareth Thomas v Homophobia: Hate in the Beautiful Game
Aug 24 2017
•1h 0m
•Documentary
Fifty years ago, homosexual acts between consenting male adults were decriminalised. In this documentary, former Wales and Lions rugby union captain Gareth 'Alfie' Thomas - arguably the most famous gay international sports star - takes a hard-hitting personal look at what he sees as the last bastion of open homophobia in sport - professional football.
Cast
See allGareth Thomas
Himself
Eve Myles
Narrator
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