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Only a Game

Following the players, broadcasters, organisers and supporters through the build-up to Scotland鈥檚 1974 FIFA World Cup group encounter against Brazil in Germany.

A distinctive documentary from 1974 chronicles part of Scotland鈥檚 World Cup campaign through the story of the national side鈥檚 group match against Brazil. Sixteen film crews followed the build-up to the game, capturing the atmosphere among the players, officials, broadcasters and supporters as hopes rose for Scotland鈥檚 appearance on football鈥檚 biggest stage. The programme combines behind-the-scenes footage with the drama of the match itself, offering a portrait of a nation invested in the fortunes of its team, which is reflected and replicated in today鈥檚 football passions. Produced by renowned filmmakers Roger Mills and Michael Houldey, it provides a rare period record of Scotland鈥檚 1974 encounter against Brazil and a thoughtful reflection on enduring memories of World Cup fever.

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