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Garrincha: Lonely Star

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.

Top Cast

  • André Gonçalves

    André Gonçalves

    Garrincha

  • Ana Couto

    Ana Couto

    Iraci

  • Romeu Evaristo

    Romeu Evaristo

    Suingue

  • Tatiana Merino

    Tatiana Merino

    Angelita Martinez

  • Marília Pêra

    Marília Pêra

    Vanderléia

  • Pascoal Villaboim

    Pascoal Villaboim

  • Taís Araújo

    Taís Araújo

    Elza Soares

  • Milhem Cortaz

    Milhem Cortaz

    uncredited

  • Chico Diaz

    Chico Diaz

    Sobral

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.

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