Football is the king sport in Brazil. The Brazilian selection is one of the most successful in the world, with 5 World Cups to its credit. Brazilian stars like Pelé, Zico, Ronaldo and Neymar are the dreams of millions of supporters all over the world. To better understand the history and passion that “jogo bonito” arouses in Brazil.
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Here are 5 essential films for any Brazilian football fan:
These documentaries retrace the journey and exploits of the greatest legends of the Seleçao.
1. Neymar: Perfect chaos (2022)
The first film to watch is “Neymar: Perfect Chaos” (2022). This documentary offers privileged access to the personal and professional life of Brazilian star Neymar. At only 32 years old, Neymar is already considered one of the greatest talents of his generation.
But he also divides for his sometimes provocative style of play. This autobiographical film looks back on his greatest successes with FC Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain, but also on the more difficult moments, such as his repeated injuries. Neymar opens up like never before and shows you behind the scenes of his extraordinary career.
2. All or Nothing: Brazil National Team (2020)
The documentary “All or Nothing: Brazil National Team” (2020) immerses the viewer in the heart of the Brazilian selection. The camera follows the players and technical staff during the 2019 Copa America won at home.
We discover the intensive preparation of the players before each match, the moments of relaxation in the locker room, but also the immense pressure they are under.
Stars like Neymar, Alisson and Thiago Silva share their feelings about their passion for the green-yellow-red jersey. This series reveals all the secrets of the “Seleçao” and its internal functioning.
3. Pelé: Birth of a Legend (2016)
To discover the beginnings of the Pelé legend, the film “Pelé: Birth of a Legend” (2016) is essential. This biopic retraces the first steps of the man who would become the king of football, upon his prestigious arrival in the Santos team at just 15 years old.
We discover Pelé’s modest childhood in Três Corações, his incredible gift for football and his determination which will lead him to the top of the world. This feature film takes a moving look back into the birth of a legend.
4. Zico (2008)
Another Brazilian football legend highlighted, Zico, in the documentary “Zico” (2008). Nicknamed the “White Pelé” for his technical virtuosity, Zico was the master player of the Brazilian selection in the 1970s and 1980s.
This film looks back on his modest childhood in Rio de Janeiro and his incredible journey to the top of the world hierarchy.
Despite some bitter failures with Brazil, notably in the World Cup, Zico delighted the pitches around the world with his ball movements and his spectacular goals. A precious document for lovers of “jogo bonito”.
5. Ronaldo: A Legend in the Making (1999 Video)
The last documentary to watch is “Ronaldo: A Legend in the Making” (1999). This film looks back on Ronaldo’s fabulous epic during the 1998 World Cup held in France. Revelation of the tournament at only 21 years old, the Brazilian finished top scorer and led Brazil to the world title.
His sublime technique, his speed and his sense of goal amazed the spectators. This document traces the journey of the Ronaldo phenomenon, from his early beginnings to global glory. A precious testimony to one of the greatest “9s” in the history of football.
