Alma e Corpo de uma Raça

A earnest, old-fashioned melodrama where football rivalry and lost love collide, feeling sincere but stagy.

Directed by

Milton Rodrigues

Genres

Drama, Documentary

Starring

Lygia Cordovil, Roberto Lupo, Henry Ashcar

Overview

Luizinho is a young man passionate about Flamengo, fortunate enough to have his education paid for by the club, and plays in the team's lower divisions. A pupil of Rubens, the two compete for a spot on the professional team. Until Rubens introduces his friend to the woman he's in love with, Maria Helena. The problem is that she was Luizinho's childhood sweetheart, and the encounter rekindles their passion. A conflict begins between the two players that will be decided on the field.

How it feels

Melancholic, earnest, romantic and tense. Measured and needs your attention.

About

Love, betrayal, sport, loyalty

Content

Mild violence, sexual content and language. No gore.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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