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Maradona by Kusturica
Maradona by Kusturica
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MARADONA BY KUSTURICA

Directed by Emir Kusturica
Spain, France, 2008
Documentary, Sport, Biography

Synopsis

Director Emir Kusturica directs a celebration of the extraordinary Diego Maradona: sporting hero, people’s champion, fallen idol and inspiration to millions. Enjoying unprecedented access, as well as to extensive archives, Kusturica takes the audience on an intimate tour with this god of football.

Synopsis

Director Emir Kusturica directs a celebration of the extraordinary Diego Maradona: sporting hero, people’s champion, fallen idol and inspiration to millions. Enjoying unprecedented access, as well as to extensive archives, Kusturica takes the audience on an intimate tour with this god of football.

Our take

In this playful documentary, one of the most revolutionary and bold football players in history, Diego Maradona, is portrayed by one of cinema’s most subversive and provocative contemporary directors, Emir Kusturica. An audacious meeting of minds, for cinephiles and football lovers alike!