George Best: Best Intentions(1988)

George Best: Best Intentions is a documentary that examines the contradictions of one of football's most talented and troubled figures. The film presents two starkly different portraits: Best as a gifted athlete who played for pure love of the game and reveled in the celebrity lifestyle, or as a self-destructive alcoholic whose personal demons squandered his extraordinary potential. Originally produced by Ulster Television, this archival documentary gives equal weight to both interpretations, letting viewers draw their own conclusions about the man behind the legend. It offers candid insight into Best's rise, excess, and decline during an era when professional footballers were becoming cultural icons. The reissue coincides with the theatrical release of a narrative biopic on the same subject, making this documentary essential viewing for anyone seeking to understand the full complexity of George Best's life and legacy.