Garrincha: Lonely Star

Garrincha: Lonely Star — Plot

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.

• Release date
• July 8, 2003
• Runtime
• 106 min
• Genres
• Drama
• Director
• Milton Alencar Jr.

Garrincha: Lonely Star — Cast

André Gonçalves Garrincha

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Ana Couto Iraci Romeu Evaristo Suingue

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Tatiana Merino Angelita Martinez Marília Pêra Vanderléia Pascoal Villaboim Taís Araújo Elza Soares Milhem Cortaz uncredited