Garrincha: Lonely Star (2003)

4.1/10 106 min Drama

Overview

The life of Brazilian soccer player, Garrincha, considered to be one of the greatest players of all time, with his uniquely original style. He had arched legs, a passion for women and booze. Also had a much talked extramarital affair with singer Elza Soares and died in relative decadence. The movie focuses on his zenith, from 1953 until the World Championship and the Rio Regional Championship, in 1962.

Cast

André Gonçalves

Garrincha

Romeu Evaristo

Suingue

Marília Pêra

Vanderléia

Pascoal Villaboim

Taís Araújo

Elza Soares

Milhem Cortaz

uncredited

Chico Diaz

Sobral

Milton Gonçalves

uncredited

Jece Valadão

uncredited

Lenita Medina

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