
In Search of Cruzeiro's History
"Cruzeiro, Cruzeiro querido! Tão combatido, jamais vencido!"
Synopsis
The documentary "In Search of Cruzeiro's History" explores the beginnings of Società Sportiva Palestra Italia, a team founded in Belo Horizonte by Italian immigrants in 1921. From its origins to becoming Cruzeiro Esporte Clube and winning the first Brazilian championship in 1966, the documentary features interviews with former players, historians, and fans, among others. The film is a production of the Palestra Italia Institute in partnership with the Vivas Institute and lasts 60 minutes.
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