Facts about the movie
Questions about Jessminder and Jules
Football questions that relate to the movie
Basic questions about the movie
Family questions
100
Who is Jess' idol?
David Beckham
100
How did Jess burn her leg?
Cooking
100
What does it mean to "Bend it"?
When the ball curves mid air
100
Where does Mr. Bhamra work?
At the airport
100
Why is Jess not allowed to play football for her parents?
Because of her family's culture
200
Which country is the movie based in?
United Kingdom
200
What is Jess' last name?
Bharma
200
Where did Jess play before playing for a club?
At the park
200
What is Jess' best friend's name?
Jules
200
Why was Jess not allowed to play in the finals?
Becuase of her sister's wedding
300

What conflict does Jess face in "Bend It Like Beckham" as she pursues soccer?

Jess faces a clash between her Indian heritage and her soccer passion.

300
Why does Jules get mad at Jess?
For kissing Joe
300
What did Jules' parents give her before she travelled to the US?
A football jersey
300
What is Jess' sisters name?
Pinky
300
Why didn't Jess father get to play cricket with the English men?
Because of his turban
400
Who is the director of "Bend it like Beckham"?
Gurinder Chadha
400

What theme is depicted through Jess and Jules' supportive friendship in the movie?

The film highlights the theme of empowering friendship. (across cultural lines).

400
What’s the name of the football team Jess and Jules play for?
Hounslow Harriers
400
What did Jess’ father want her to be?
A lawyer
400
What religion does Jess and her family follow?
Sikh religion
500
When was the movie first released?
April 12th 2002
500

What key theme is represented by Jess and Jules challenging gender and cultural stereotypes?

Breaking stereotypes

500
Which club in the US did the scout come from?
Santa Clara
500

What theme is shown as Jess's parents eventually support her soccer pursuit?

The theme of parental support and understanding is depicted.

500

Who does Jess and her family ask to bless them?

Babaji

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