Pele, Argentina and The Dictators (2018)

Plot

Set against the backdrop of the 1970 and 1978 World Cups, this documentary explores the intertwining of soccer and politics in Brazil and Argentina. Military dictators in both countries sought to harness the power of football, shaping national pride and identity during turbulent times. Through archival footage and firsthand accounts, the film reveals how the beautiful game became a tool for propaganda and a source of hope amidst oppression, highlighting the complex relationship between sport and governance in these two passionate soccer nations.