'Hometown hero': first-of-its kind collaboration between museum and football team celebrated with documentary
Briefly

The documentary 'Made in Walthamstow', directed by Xaymaca Awoyungbo, tells the story of the first football kit conceived in collaboration with a museum. It features designs based on the work of 19th-century artist William Morris and is worn by Walthamstow FC players since 2023. The film not only focuses on this innovative project but also reflects on the broader themes of football heritage and community connection while paying tribute to Morris's artistic legacy and ideals, illustrating the intersection of art and sports in Walthamstow.
The documentary Made in Walthamstow highlights the first football kit designed collaboratively with a museum, blending art and sports in a unique narrative.
Awoyungbo, the director, wanted to honor a hometown hero while exploring the history of football kits and the community's significance.
Morris, while advocating for accessible art, left a legacy where much of his work remained accessible only to the wealthy.
The sophisticated designs of the Walthamstow FC shirts aim to fulfill Morris's philosophy of beauty and usefulness.
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