Pelé (2021)
PG-13 1h 48m 6.5/10 IMDb
Against the backdrop of a turbulent era in Brazil, this documentary captures Pelé's extraordinary path from breakthrough talent to national hero. Mixing rare archival footage and exclusive interviews, this documentary celebrates the legendary Brazilian footballer who personified football as art.
Director: David Tryhorn, Ben Nicholas
Cast: Pelé, Zagallo, Gilberto Gil, Benedita da Silva, Fernando Henrique Cardoso
Content Warnings
Identity & Discrimination
Racial slurs / racism (depicted)
Mental Health & Emotional
Grief / bereavement (major focus)
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