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Against the backdrop of a turbulent era in Brazil, this documentary captures Pelé’s extraordinary path from breakthrough talent to national hero. Watch trailers & learn more.
May 13, 2016 · Pele: Birth of a Legend: Directed by Jeff Zimbalist, Michael Zimbalist. With Kevin de Paula, Leonardo Lima Carvalho, Seu Jorge, Mariana Nunes. Pele's meteoric rise from the slums of Sao Paulo to leading Brazil to its first World Cup victory at the age of 17 is chronicled in this biographical drama.
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- Biography, Drama, Sport
- Jeff Zimbalist, Michael Zimbalist
- 2016-05-13
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Release date (theaters):May 13, 2016Release date (streaming):October 14, 2016Runtime:1 hour, 47 minsStarring:Vincent D'Onofrio, Rodrigo Santoro, Diego BonetaUnfortunately, reviews of the documentary did not emerge with a positive impression. It received just a 33 percent on movie review website Rotten Tomatoes, with critics seemingly frustrated by the lack of tension or conflict in the story, and the excessive, propaganda-like tone. "'Pelé' frames its subject’s talent as a form of divinity," writes Ala...
"Pele: Birth of a Legend" is just one of a few Pele documentaries circling on streaming services for fans to enjoy. Those who wish to learn more about the legend after his death can check out a variety of different productions below.
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- Kyle Bonn
Watch Pelé | Netflix. Emerging from a childhood fraught with adversity, a Brazilian soccer player barrels into the game with unmatched focus and skills in this sports biopic. Watch trailers & learn more.
- Jeff Zimbalist, Michael Zimbalist
Mar 24, 2016 · Pelé: Birth of a Legend Official Trailer 1 (2016) - Rodrigo Santoro, Seu Jorge Movie HD. Rotten Tomatoes Indie. 2.29M subscribers.
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Pelé: Birth of a Legend is a 2016 American biographical film about the early life of Brazilian footballer Pelé and his journey with Brazil to win the 1958 FIFA World Cup.
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For the 2016 film, see Pelé: Birth of a Legend. Pelé is a 2021 biographical documentary film about Brazilian footballer Pelé. [ a] The film was produced and distributed by Netflix and directed by Ben Nichols and David Tryhorn. [ 2][ 3] Kevin MacDonald, Jon Owen, and Jonathan Rogers served as executive producers.