“Nossa Chape” Documents a Tragedy in Brazilian Football

“Nossa Chape” follows the reconstruction of the football club Chapecoense in Brazil, after the plane crash on November 28, 2016, which left only three players alive. With exclusive access to the families of the deceased, the new team, and the three severely injured players in recovery, the documentary explores the many challenges faced by the community in the aftermath of the tragedy. The city finds itself divided by the desire to honor the memory of those lost while preparing to lead the club into the future.Citizens and the team must find a way to unite around a common identity. The documentary is directed by Jeff and Michael Zimbalist. It is currently showing at Village East Cinema in New York.