The Beautiful Game (2012 film)

The Beautiful Game is a 2012 feature documentary exploring the power of soccer in modern Africa and how it is changing the lives of individuals and communities there.^[1] The film, directed by Victor Buhler,^[2] features notable participants such as Kofi Annan, Archbishop Desmond Tutu, F. W. de Klerk, Roger Milla, John Obi Mikel, Sulley Muntari, Ema Boateng, José Mourinho, Kolo and Yaya Touré.^[3][4][5]

The Beautiful Game has had numerous screenings across the world, played on The Sundance Channel^[6] and was featured on Netflix.^[7] The film drives the message that soccer is more than just a game.^{[8][9][10][11]}