Garrincha: Lonely Star

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.

Cast

André Gonçalves

Garrincha

Ana Couto

Iraci

Romeu Evaristo

Suingue

Tatiana Merino

Angelita Martinez

Marília Pêra

Vanderléia

Pascoal Villaboim

Taís Araújo

Elza Soares

Milhem Cortaz

uncredited

Chico Diaz

Sobral

Milton Gonçalves

uncredited