Garrincha: Lonely Star (2003)
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.
Director: Milton Alencar Jr.
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 106 min
Release Date: July 8, 2003
Cast
- André Gonçalves - Garrincha
- Ana Couto - Iraci
- Romeu Evaristo - Suingue
- Tatiana Merino - Angelita Martinez
- Marília Pêra - Vanderléia
- Pascoal Villaboim
- Taís Araújo - Elza Soares
- Milhem Cortaz - uncredited
- Chico Diaz - Sobral
- Milton Gonçalves - uncredited
Screenplay
Production: FAM Filmes
Country: Brazil, Chile
Language: Português
Original Language: pt
More Films by Director: Milton Alencar Jr.
More Films in Genre: Drama
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Garrincha: Lonely Star about?
- 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.
- Who directed Garrincha: Lonely Star?
- Garrincha: Lonely Star was directed by Milton Alencar Jr..
- Who stars in Garrincha: Lonely Star?
- Garrincha: Lonely Star stars André Gonçalves, Ana Couto, Romeu Evaristo, Tatiana Merino, Marília Pêra, Pascoal Villaboim.
- How long is Garrincha: Lonely Star?
- Garrincha: Lonely Star has a runtime of 1h 46m (106 minutes).
- What genre is Garrincha: Lonely Star?
- Garrincha: Lonely Star is a Drama film.
- Where was Garrincha: Lonely Star produced?
- Garrincha: Lonely Star was produced in Brazil, Chile.