The Myth of Garrincha (2014)
Overview
Doctors told Mané Garrincha he was unfit to play pro soccer. He proved them wrong with two World Cups. Unfortunately, his life's story ended tragically. Still, people remember him as a legend.
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| Original Language | en |
| Popularity | 0.498 |
Directed By
Marcos Horacio Azevedo
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Marcos Horacio Azevedo
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