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The Big Match
1968·Show
·2Episodes in1Season·
The Big Match fingerprint
No humor.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Adrenaline6
- Fast Pace6
- Tension5
Heart
Nostalgic
- Nostalgia8
- Hopefulness5
- Wholesome3
Humor
Serious throughout
- Situational Comedy2
- Wit & Wordplay2
- Physical Comedy1
World
Everyday modern life and sports
- World Immersion5
- Dialogue Centrality4
- Rewatchability4
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction5
- Acting5
- Narrative Structure5
Style
Functional look and sound
- Editing7
- Cinematography5
- Music Composition4
All energy traits
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Tension5Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
Heart
LowNostalgic
Emotionally, it's nostalgic.
All heart traits
- Nostalgia8Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Hopefulness5Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wholesome3Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Pathos3Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis3Emotional release and payoff.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Melancholy2Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics0Relationships and generational ties.
Humor
NoneSerious throughout
Expect almost no humor.
All humor traits
- Situational Comedy2Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor1Humor from taboo or grim topics.
World
LowEveryday modern life and sports
Its world is built around everyday modern life and sports.
All world traits
- World Immersion5Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality4Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability4Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty3Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity2Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism10Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Sports10Competition, training, and teamwork.
Craft
LowSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Direction5Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting5Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure5Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth4Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue4Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity3Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
LowFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Cinematography5Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition4Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization4Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality3Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality2Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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About
The Big Match is a British Association football television programme, which screened on ITV regularly between 1968 and 1992.
The Big Match originally launched on London Weekend Television, the ITV regional station that served London and the Home Counties at weekends, screening highlights of Football League matches. Other ITV regions had their own shows, but would show The Big Match if they were not covering their own match – particularly often in the case of Southern and HTV. The programme was set up in part as a response to the increased demand in televised football following the 1966 FIFA World Cup and partly as an alternative to the BBC's own football programme, Match of the Day. The Big Match launched the media career of Jimmy Hill, who appeared on the programme as an analyst, and made Brian Moore one of the country's leading football commentators.
The Big Match originally screened match highlights on Sunday afternoons but in 1978 ITV audaciously won exclusive rights to all league football coverage, in a move termed "Snatch of the Day". Although the Monopolies and Mergers Commission blocked the move, the BBC were forced to allow ITV to take over the Saturday night slot in alternating seasons, starting in 1980.
British FootballMatch HighlightsSports AnalysisClassic Football1960s-1990sJimmy HillBrian MooreFootball League
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Questions about The Big Match
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Is The Big Match worth watching?
100
MasterpieceGoodWatch scoreYes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 100/100. The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How many seasons does The Big Match have?
1 season
It has 1 season with 2 episodes.
When did The Big Match air?
S1
It ran from 1968 to 1968 and has ended.
What language is The Big Match in?
English
It was made in English.