Botafogo & The Unsung Heroes
May 13, 2025 · 1h 16m
Director
Raphael Dias, Chico VerezaOverview
In 1993, amid financial turmoil and the looming threat of extinction, Botafogo, one of Brazil's most historic football clubs, was going through one of the darkest chapters in its history. Deprived of financial resources and with a dismantled roster, the club had no choice but to field inexperienced young players from its youth ranks, many of whom had barely played for the professional team. Leading this discredited team was a prominent figure in Brazilian football: Carlos Alberto Torres, the legendary captain of the 1970 World Cup-winning Brazilian national team. More than just a coach, Torres took on the mission of restoring dignity and fighting spirit to a club on the brink of collapse. His presence became a symbol of leadership, resilience, and confidence in the face of overwhelming uncertainty.
Cast of Botafogo & The Unsung Heroes
Crew of Botafogo & The Unsung Heroes
Raphael DiasDirector, Director of Photography, Executive Producer
Chico VerezaDirector, Screenplay
Ana Luiza CassaltaProducer
Vitoria CapuchinhoProducer- Elisa BritesExecutive Producer
- Ric LiuzziEditor
- Bruno LiuzziEditor
- Luigi FerrareseAssistant Director
- Lui MeloSound Designer, Sound Mixer
- Ighor JesusArt Direction
- Arthur LuzCamera Operator
- Tiago TolentinoCamera Operator
- Rodrigo BodsteinColor Grading
- Guga MilletAdditional Director of Photography
- Wagner LimaFirst Assistant Camera
- Tiago CortezFirst Assistant Camera
About Botafogo & The Unsung Heroes
What is Botafogo & The Unsung Heroes about?
In 1993, amid financial turmoil and the looming threat of extinction, Botafogo, one of Brazil's most historic football clubs, was going through one of the darkest chapters in its history. Deprived of financial resources and with a dismantled roster, the club had no choice but to field inexperienced young players from its youth ranks, many of whom had barely played for the professional team…
When was Botafogo & The Unsung Heroes released?
Botafogo & The Unsung Heroes was released on May 13, 2025.
How long is Botafogo & The Unsung Heroes?
Botafogo & The Unsung Heroes runs 1 hour 16 minutes (76 minutes).
Who directed Botafogo & The Unsung Heroes?
Botafogo & The Unsung Heroes was directed by Raphael Dias and Chico Vereza.
Who is in the cast of Botafogo & The Unsung Heroes?
The cast of Botafogo & The Unsung Heroes includes Fernando Kallás, Paulo Cesar Vasconcellos, Paulo Vinícius Coelho, Aline Bordalo and Bernardo Braga.