Giannis: The Marvelous Journey

2024

Action / Documentary / Sport

10
Rotten Tomatoes Critics - Rotten 98% · 4 reviews
Rotten Tomatoes Audience - Upright 98%
IMDb Rating 8.3/10 10 1940 1.9K

sports based on true story basketball nba sport national basketball association (nba)

Plot summary

A documentary that chronicles the extraordinary odyssey of NBA mega-star Giannis Antetokounmpo from an impoverished childhood in Greece as the son of Nigerian immigrants to the very top of the basketball world.

Director

Kristen Lappas Photo
Kristen Lappas

Top cast

Jason Kidd Photo
Jason Kidd as Self
Kenny Smith Photo
Kenny Smith as Self
Tony Lee Gratz Photo
Tony Lee Gratz as Milwaukee Bucks scout
Simon Jon Provan Photo
Simon Jon Provan as Milwaukee Bucks Scout
720p.WEB 1080p.WEB 2160p.WEB
1001.57 MB
1280*534
English 2.0
NR
Subtitles us   ar   cn   cz   dk   nl   es   fi   fr   de   gr   il   in   hu   id   it   ja   kr   ms   no   pl   pt   ro   sv   th   tr  
23.976 fps
1 hr 48 min
Seeds 4
2.01 GB
1920*800
English 5.1
NR
Subtitles us   ar   cn   cz   dk   nl   es   fi   fr   de   gr   il   in   hu   id   it   ja   kr   ms   no   pl   pt   ro   sv   th   tr  
23.976 fps
1 hr 48 min
Seeds 7
4.85 GB
3840*2160
English 2.0
NR
Subtitles us  
23.976 fps
N/A
Seeds 8

Movie Reviews

Reviewed by bahae19 9 / 10

The family first

Is a masterfully crafted documentary that dives deep into the life of Giannis Antetokounmpo, showcasing his evolution from a young boy in Greece to an international basketball icon. The film is not just about basketball-it's about overcoming obstacles, staying grounded in family values, and proving that hard work and determination can break down any barriers.The narrative weaves together his struggles, including moments of uncertainty and perseverance, with uplifting milestones that highlight his relentless drive and talent. The cinematography is striking, capturing both the energy of the basketball court and the emotional depth of his personal journey.What sets this documentary apart is its ability to connect with viewers on a human level, even if they're not fans of the sport. Giannis' story is a universal tale of hope and ambition, and the film handles it with care, authenticity, and heart. This is a must.
Reviewed by paulus53 8 / 10

pronounciation name

In Greek there is no character for the letter B and D.They are written as NT and MP.So the name is Adetokoumbo.The Greek delta is pronoumced as Engish TH.The Greek beta is pronounced as V/W.It seems that the commentaters have a lot of trouble pronouncing the name in the right way.So for instance the English word bar is written as mpar (of course with Greek letters from their alphabet.This a story about people emigrating to Europe out of Afrika. Most people would not prefer Geece and would prefer to go to the Netherlands with all their people coming from all over the world and not so much discimination.
Reviewed by xrwfkdspz 9 / 10

Masterpiece

Such a real documentary! Giannis is a role model of a person who will inspire and influence many generations to come. I'm glad that Amazon created this masterpiece. The best documentary I've ever watched related to sports or a person in general. It is filled with fantastic messages about family bonds, integrity of character, loyalty and love. I believe that whoever watches this documentary won't be able to resist from feeling all the emotions that Giannis had been experiencing in various moments of his life, illustrated in the it. It's so emotional and inspiring for everyone to watch, regardless of wether they like basketball or not. It will give you a better perspective in life and help you be grateful for every little thing you have with you might be taking for granted! Absolutely amazing! ???
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