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Dec 21, 1968
Poza Rica, Veracruz, Mexico
Luis Hernández
Acting
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Feature Films (7)
After Diego is the victim of a hit-and-run, his brother Pablo recruits a team of eclectic friends to enter a soccer tournament, win the prize money and pay for his brother’s life-saving surgeries.
Va por Diego
Widowed and in a professional decline, the legendary soccer player "Spider Salazar" lives lost in his own depression. His only inspiration is his daughter Tania, who can not stand to see her father in this state. With a lot of ingenuity and perseverance, Tania will help his father return to the field in order to restore his life.
Training Dad
A sport like football is primarily a passionate celebration, but one that is so massive (economically, politically and socially) that it, of course, also brings many problems. Olallo Rubio's third documentary (and fourth film in total), Ilusión Nacional, is a take on how the world's most popular sport relates to Mexican society and politics.
Ilusión Nacional
The 1998 World Cup in France was a huge celebration for the home nation. France eventually became world champions for the first time ever after defeating Brazil in the final. Croatia played in its first World Cup tournament and surprisingly took bronze, with the team's star striker Davor Suker becoming the tournament's top scorer.
VM-krönika 1998
The Mexican National Soccer Team is a source of pride and passion for Mexicans. It’s a squad that has been forged over time, has learned from its mistakes, and has achieved remarkable feats in recent World Cups. This is the story of its setbacks and triumphs in its first World Cups—and of how, with time and dedication, a team was built that has given us unforgettable moments. Relive the excitement of Negrete’s scissor-kick goal in ’86, the goals by “El Matador” Luis Hernández and Luis García at USA ’94, and the exploits of Cuauhtémoc Blanco at France ’98. A documentary featuring the key players, behind-the-scenes stories, and footage of the Mexican national team that you’ll enjoy forever.m
The History of the World Cup: Mexico in the World Cup
France '98 was the biggest World Cup in history, featuring 32 participating nations, which spurred an attacking style of soccer that increased the number of goals per game. It was a World Cup full of surprises, such as the formidable Croatian team that finished in third place, Spain’s early exit in the first round, and the absence of Brazilian magic from a team that had been considered invincible. Relive the excitement of the best of soccer and France ’98.
