Alfie Whiteman's Directorial Debut 'Tottenham Til I Die' Celebrates Club's Community
In a new initiative honoring its supporters and the surrounding community, Tottenham Hotspur has unveiled a brief film titled 'Tottenham Til I Die.' Directed and shot by former goalkeeper Alfie Whiteman, the film showcases local figures including matchday stewards, barbers, seamstresses from the High Road, the walking football team Tottenham Hotsteppers, and 93-year-old Alan Baldwin, the club's oldest season ticket holder. Narration is provided by actor Himesh Patel, with appearances from actress Taylor Russell, musician Dev Hynes (Blood Orange), and composer Daniel Blumberg. Alfie's father, Les Whiteman, composed the score. After retiring in 2025, Whiteman transitioned to photography, joining Somesuch and winning accolades for his work. Adam Gardiner, Tottenham's chief marketing officer, emphasized the campaign's focus on community spirit rather than typical player-centric narratives.
Key facts
- Tottenham Hotspur released a short film 'Tottenham Til I Die' celebrating its fans and community.
- The film is directed and photographed by Alfie Whiteman, a former goalkeeper who spent 15 years at the club.
- Whiteman retired from football in 2025 to pursue a career in photography.
- The film features matchday stewards, barbers, seamstresses, the Tottenham Hotsteppers walking football team, and 93-year-old season ticket holder Alan Baldwin.
- Himesh Patel narrates the film; Taylor Russell, Dev Hynes, and Daniel Blumberg appear as famous fans.
- The score was written by Alfie Whiteman's father, Les Whiteman.
- Whiteman has signed with Somesuch, exhibited at OOF gallery, and won a Silver at the Young Director Award at Cannes Lions for 'Toe Wrestling'.
- The film was made with creative studio Blind Faith and production company Somesuch.
- Fans from New York to Tokyo are featured in the film.
- Tottenham's chief marketing officer Adam Gardiner said the campaign is about giving back to the community.
Entities
Artists
- Alfie Whiteman
- Himesh Patel
- Taylor Russell
- Dev Hynes
- Daniel Blumberg
- Les Whiteman
Institutions
- Tottenham Hotspur
- Somesuch
- OOF gallery
- Blind Faith
- Cannes Lions
Locations
- Tottenham
- N17
- High Road
- New York
- Tokyo