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Ilusión Nacional (2014)

"In every defeat there is a victory."

7.820141h 40mES
Documentary

Directed by Olallo Rubio

Rating

7.8/10

Runtime

1h 40m

Language

ES

Release

April 4, 2014

Director

Olallo Rubio

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Overview

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 spo...

Cast

Olallo Rubio

Olallo Rubio

Narrator

Hugo Sánchez

Hugo Sánchez

Self (archive footage)

Diego Maradona

Diego Maradona

Self (archive footage)

Antonio Carbajal

Antonio Carbajal

Self (archive footage)

Enrique Borja

Enrique Borja

Self (archive footage)

Julio Gómez

Julio Gómez

Self (archive footage)

Eduardo Galeano

Eduardo Galeano

Self (voice)

Javier Aguirre

Javier Aguirre

Self (archive footage)

Cuauhtémoc Blanco

Cuauhtémoc Blanco

Self (archive footage)

Felipe Calderón Hinojosa

Felipe Calderón Hinojosa

Self (archive footage)

Jorge Campos

Jorge Campos

Self (archive footage)

Bobby Charlton

Bobby Charlton

Self (archive footage)

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Ilusión Nacional (2014), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

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.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Ilusión Nacional. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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