Paolo Sorrentino Making Documentary About Legendary Soccer Coach Carlo Ancelotti
Oscar-winning director Paolo Sorrentino is creating a documentary about legendary soccer coach Carlo Ancelotti. The film will explore Ancelotti's extensive career and will culminate in the 2026 World Cup. Ancelotti expressed his admiration for Sorrentino and excitement about sharing his story through this project.
- ▪The documentary will feature both archival footage and recent images from Italy, Spain, Brazil, and the U.S.
- ▪Carlo Ancelotti has coached 11 clubs and won 26 trophies, including five Champions Leagues.
- ▪This marks Paolo Sorrentino's first documentary in his 30-year filmmaking career.
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Carlo Ancelotti celebrates victory after Real Madrid defeats Borussia Dortmund during the UEFA Champions League 2023/24 Final in London. David Ramos/Getty Images Oscar-winning director Paolo Sorrentino is developing an intimate portrait of legendary Italian soccer coach Carlo Ancelotti, going behind the scenes of his five-decade career and culminating in the 2026 World Cup this summer as he coaches Brazil’s national team. Rumors around the untitled documentary have been circulating on Italian sports blogs for weeks but the project has now been confirmed.
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