Discover the story of Pelé through the eyes of people who knew him and of the golden age for soccer in America. A journey through his last match.
On August 28, 1977 the “King of Soccer” left his throne vacant. Pelé officially quit his job: mesmerizing the world. His last soccer jersey, “that” soccer jersey, became the shroud of the history of soccer. This is a journey through his last match, a long farewell reported by those who were there and left a mark not only on Pelé but also on an era. The story of the Cosmos who were “the” team of gods, the celebrities, the artists of soccer.
This documentary film by Emanuela Audisio (winner of the ”Guirlande d’Honneur 2017” and of the “Gianni Brera” award as best journalist) features the last ninety minutes played by the first real God of modern soccer, “O Rei”, the Brazilian ace, the three-time world cup winner, the one who made the whole planet fall in love with him and hopelessly tried to seduce America as well.
Directed by Emanuela Audisio and Thierry Bertini
Produced by 3D Produzioni; Nexo Studios
Year: 2018
Runtime: 60′