RIP Pele: How Brazilian football player personified soccer & changed history of sports | Films to watch
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Image Source : TwitterPele's life and career have been the subject of several films, including biographical dramas, sports films, and documentaries. These films generally cover Pele's early life and rise to fame, as well as his triumphs and accomplishments as a professional footballer. As the legendary football player passed away on December 29, let's take a look at films dedicated to him.
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"Pele" (2021) - This biographical drama film tells the story of Pele's rise from poverty to becoming one of the greatest footballers in history. The film covers Pele's childhood, his early years as a professional footballer, and his eventual rise to fame and success with the Brazilian national team. The film is directed by Michael Zimbalist and Jeff Zimbalist and stars Kevin de Paula as Pele.
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"Pele: Birth of a Legend" (2016) - This biographical sports film is a prequel to the 2021 film "Pele", and tells the story of Pele's early life and rise to fame. The film covers Pele's childhood in the slums of Brazil, his early years as a professional footballer, and his eventual triumph at the 1958 World Cup. The film is directed by Jeff Zimbalist and Michael Zimbalist and stars Leonardo Lima Carvalho as Pele.
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"Pele Forever" (2014) - This documentary film is a comprehensive look at Pele's life and career, from his humble beginnings in the slums of Brazil to his status as a global football icon. The film features interviews with Pele, as well as with other notable figures in the world of football, and includes rare footage of Pele's greatest moments on the pitch. The film is directed by Paul Duddridge and Nigel Hunter.
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"Pele: The Master and His Method" (2010) - This documentary film explores Pele's life and career, focusing on his unique approach to the game of football and the techniques and strategies he used to become one of the greatest players in history. The film features interviews with Pele and other football legends, as well as rare footage of Pele's greatest moments on the pitch. The film is directed by Paul Duddridge.
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"Pele" (1977) - This biographical sports film tells the story of Pele's life and career, from his childhood in the slums of Brazil to his triumph at the 1970 World Cup. The film covers Pele's early years as a professional footballer, and his eventual rise to fame and success with the Brazilian national team. The film is directed by John Huston and stars Pele as himself. (Representative image)