Playing The Pools

Roddy Doyle meets THE FULL MONTY in a story of hopes, dreams, love and betrayal - and the football pools. In 1960s Liverpool, life is hard for Reggie Kellison. His marriage is stalling, baby number six is on its way, a fall out at work has put his nose out of joint and the football team he supports offers little relief. But Reggie has a plan. If it works it could give him the life, lover, and the money he dreams of. If it doesn't, a jail sentence could be on the cards. Either way, he can only find out by risking everything and playing the pools...