Football Is God (2010)

Football Is God (2010) delves into the profound connection between devotion and football, chronicling the journeys of three ardent supporters of the iconic Club Atlético Boca Juniors, affectionately known as Boca, in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Hernán, an intellectual, grapples with an insatiable love for Boca that defies logic, leading to an internal conflict that jeopardizes his well-being. Pablo, a blue-collar worker, holds Diego Maradona, the former Boca player, in divine regard, yearning for a divine encounter. La Tía, an eccentric elder, views the Boca players as her own children and embarks on a mission to deliver a unique birthday gift—a pair of boxer shorts—to her beloved Martín Palermo, hoping to witness him try them on. This documentary transcends the boundaries of a mere football film, offering a poignant exploration of faith, fervor, and the human yearning to be part of something greater than oneself.