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Paterno is a 2018 American television drama film directed by Barry Levinson. It stars Al Pacino as former Penn State football coach Joe Paterno , and his career leading up to his dismissal following the university's child sex abuse scandal in 2011.
Joseph Vincent Paterno (/ p ə ˈ t ɜːr n oʊ /; December 21, 1926 – January 22, 2012), sometimes referred to as JoePa, was an American college football player, athletic director, and coach. He was the head coach of the Penn State Nittany Lions from 1966 to 2011. With 409 victories, Paterno is the most victorious coach in NCAA FBS history.
- 24–12–1
- December 21, 1926, Brooklyn, New York, U.S.
- 409–136–3
- January 22, 2012 (aged 85), State College, Pennsylvania, U.S.
Apr 7, 2018 · Al Pacino stars as the legendary Penn State football coach who faces a sexual abuse cover-up scandal. The film explores his legacy, his decisions and his downfall, as well as the role of a local reporter who exposed the truth.
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- Biography, Crime, Drama
- Barry Levinson
- 2018-04-07
Apr 6, 2018 · Al Pacino stars as the disgraced Penn State football coach who ignored the sexual abuse of children by his assistant. The film shows how his legacy and reputation crumbled in the face of public outrage and legal consequences.
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Jan 23, 2012 · Penn State football coach Joe Paterno died Sunday at the age of 85. The legendary coach's reputation was deeply tarnished after sex abuse charges were filed against a former assistant coach.
