Alex Gale is a highly acclaimed documentary filmmaker, renowned for his exceptional storytelling skills in the world of sports.
In 2023, Gale directed the Emmy-winning documentary "Football Must Go On" (Paramount Plus),a poignant and powerful film that delves into the human stories behind Ukrainian football champions Shakhtar Donetsk's war-torn season.
Gale is also well-known for his work in India, particularly with the documentary series "Sons Of The Soil" (Amazon Prime),which follows the journey of Bollywood star Abhishek Bachchan's Pro Kabaddi team throughout a season. The film explores the significant impact the sport's growing popularity has had on the lives of its players.
Alex's documentary films have garnered numerous awards and accolades, including two consecutive Best Documentary awards from BAFTA Scotland for "Glasgow 1967: The Lisbon Lions" (2017) and "Scotland 78: A Love Story" (2018).
Throughout his career, Alex has had the privilege of working with a diverse range of sports personalities, from Manchester United legend Eric Cantona to non-league minnows. His 2023 Royal Television Society-winning film, "Fight At The Fort", follows a season with Fort William FC, dubbed Britain's worst football team, as they struggle to survive on and off the pitch.
