Tells the story of the 1971 Women’s World Cup, which saw soccer teams from all over the world gather in Mexico City’s Azteca Stadium to compete in front of more than 100,000 spectators. It was the last women’s World Cup until the official FIFA event 20 years later. Dismissed by the male-dominated football associations around the world, the event was written out of history — until now.
The Guardian – “Copa 71 is a revolutionary political parable that goes beyond football. A different world is possible; not only that, a different world was not just possible but did in fact exist. But the narrative was erased.” (full review here)
Variety – “With a relentless pace and plenty of kick, “Copa 71” makes it easy to get swept up in the excitement players felt when they made it to Mexico, where they saw international teams comprised entirely of women like themselves for the first time.” (full review here)
The Hollywood Reporter – “Copa 71 has the right footage and the right interview subjects and the result is a documentary that earns its emotional high points.” (full review here)
