The documentary “Onde estiver, estarei” dives into the devotion of the Rubro-Negra Nation and receives a special screening at Cinefoot, a festival celebrating football culture in Rio de Janeiro.
The passion for Flamengo goes beyond the pitch and has now reached the silver screen. The documentary “Onde estiver, estarei – Uma paixão rubro-negra” (“Wherever you are, I will be – A Rubro-Negra passion”), directed by Pedro Asbeg, was a major highlight in the lineup for Cinefoot, a festival dedicated exclusively to football-themed cinema held in Rio de Janeiro.
The film delves into the soul of the fanbase, following stories from supporters who experienced two pivotal moments in the club’s history: the unforgettable Copa Libertadores titles in 1981 and 2019. Across different generations, the feature explores the unwavering devotion that leads fans to follow the Mais Querido across stadiums, roads, and different countries around the globe.
Connection between idols and fans
The selection of 1981 and 2019 for the script is no coincidence. The documentary draws a parallel between Zico‘s team, which began the club’s trajectory as a continental powerhouse, and Gabigol‘s generation, which was responsible for ending a 38-year drought and consolidating the Rubro-Negro as the Brazilian club with the most titles in the competition.
The M360 Team commented on the narrative presented by the director:
“The film manages to capture the essence of what it means to be a Flamengo fan, going beyond the trophies to focus on the sentiment that unites the masses.”
Schedule and cultural impact
The screening took place at Estação Claro Rio, in Botafogo, attracting an audience of both sports fans and cinema enthusiasts. Cinefoot, which runs its schedule from August 6 to 11, offers the public a vast array of free films and debates, reinforcing the importance of football as a central element of Brazilian cultural identity.
The documentary’s success reaffirms the current momentum of the club, which continues with an intense calendar of matches and challenges. For the fans, the work serves as a historical record that immortalizes the journey of Flamengo and the indescribable strength of its supporters, who remain the primary fuel for the new achievements the squad is chasing this season.
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