Messi
"This is no ordinary biopic. This is no ordinary man."
Originally released in 2014. Messi is a documentary film. directed by Álex de la Iglesia.
Starring Johan Cruijff, César Luis Menotti, and Andrés Iniesta
Synopsis
His teachers, coaches, childhood friends and Barça teammates, together with journalists, writers and prominent figures from the history of football, come together in a restaurant to analyze and pick apart Messi's personality both on and off the field, and to look back at some of the most significant moments in his life. Viewed from Álex de la Iglesia's unique perspective, Messi recreates the player's childhood and teenage years, from his very first steps, with a football always at his feet, through to the decision to leave Rosario for Barcelona, the separation from his family, and the role played in his career by individuals such as Ronaldinho, Rijkaard, Rexach and Guardiola.
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- ES
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Messi about?
His teachers, coaches, childhood friends and Barça teammates, together with journalists, writers and prominent figures from the history of football, come together in a restaurant to analyze and pi...
Who directed Messi?
Messi was directed by Álex de la Iglesia.
How long is Messi?
Messi has a runtime of 1 hours and 33 minutes (93 minutes total).
When was Messi released?
Messi was released on September 6, 2014 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Messi?
The main cast of Messi includes Johan Cruijff, César Luis Menotti, Andrés Iniesta, Alejandro Sabella, Gerard Piqué.
Is Messi worth watching?
Messi has a user rating of 7.5/10 based on 238 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.