Alex Higgins: The People's Champion (2010)

One man transfixed television viewers during snooker's golden age - Alex 'Hurricane' Higgins. This poignant documentary charts the remarkable rise and fall of the snooker genius, from his early days growing up in Belfast to his climb to the top of the sport as two-time world champion.

Released Sept. 1, 2010 60 min None+

Genres: Biography, Documentary, Sport

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