Holy Goalie
Soccer-focused Spanish comedy about saving a monastery
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About Holy Goalie
Released: 2017
Platform: Netflix
Rating: TV-14
Run time: 1h 35m
Cast
Karra Elejalde, Alain Hernández, Juan Manuel Montilla, Joel Bosqued, Macarena García, Tito Valverde, Paco Rueda, Guillermo Furiase, Txema Blasco, Paco Sagarzazu
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Plot Summary
Holy Goalie is a TV show from 2017 that falls under the Dark Comedies genre. The story revolves around a soccer club, San Casador, and their goalkeeper, a young priest named Don Anselmo, who possesses exceptional goalkeeping skills. Don Anselmo is torn between his religious duties and his passion for soccer. As the team's star goalie, he helps them win matches while secretly questioning his devotion to the church.
Making / Production
Holy Goalie was directed by Curro Velázquez and produced by Telecinco Cinema and LaZona Films. It was filmed in various locations in Spain, including Madrid and Segovia. The show successfully combines elements of dark comedy and sports drama, providing a unique and entertaining viewing experience.
Actors
- Peter Bartolomé as Don Anselmo - A young priest who is an incredible soccer goalkeeper. He portrays the internal struggle of balancing his religious beliefs with his love for the game.
- Alain Hernández as Padre Salvador - A fellow priest who tries to guide and support Don Anselmo in his journey.
- Jesús Vidal as El Cuervo - A former professional player and now soccer commentator who becomes Don Anselmo's mentor.
- Joel Bosqued as David - A talented young soccer player who forms a bond with Don Anselmo and helps him navigate his conflicting passions.
Trivia / Interesting Facts
- Holy Goalie is based on a novel written by Curro Velázquez.
- The show's unique blend of dark comedy and sports drama has garnered critical acclaim.
- Several real-life soccer players made guest appearances on the show, adding authenticity to the soccer scenes.
Awards
No awards information is available for Holy Goalie at this time.
Quotes
- "I may be a priest, but I'm still a goalkeeper." - Don Anselmo
- "Soccer and faith can coexist. It's all about finding the right balance." - Padre Salvador
- "In the game of soccer, miracles happen." - El Cuervo
Music / Soundtrack
- The soundtrack of Holy Goalie features a mix of energetic and contemplative tracks that capture the spirit of the show.
- Notable songs include "Glorious Goal" by Goalkeeper Beat, "Soul of Soccer" by The Strikers, and "Pray and Score" by Choir United.
About Holy Goalie
A whimsical tale about a young priest named Ramon, who learns and uses football skills to save his financially troubled monastery.
