: It contrasts "Diego" (the man) with "Maradona" (the myth), focusing on the vulnerability of an icon who "wasn't supposed to die".
: Stream it on HBO Max or purchase/rent via Google Play . Duration : Approximately 1 hour and 29 minutes.
Reviewers from and other platforms highlight several recurring themes: Diego: The Last Goodbye
: To reveal his "deep humanity," the film features interviews with family, friends, and former teammates like Jorge Burruchaga. Core Themes
: A significant portion of the documentary captures the raw, chaotic atmosphere of his state funeral at the Casa Rosada in Buenos Aires. It shows thousands of fans clashing with police in riot gear just to catch a glimpse of his coffin. : It contrasts "Diego" (the man) with "Maradona"
: It touches upon the circumstances leading to his death, including his brain surgery just prior and the subsequent involuntary manslaughter charges brought against seven members of his medical team.
The documentary is structured around the duality of Maradona's final days and his enduring legacy: : It touches upon the circumstances leading to
: The film explores his time coaching in Argentina, specifically with Gimnasia y Esgrima La Plata, portraying a man who was still deeply idolized but clearly physically and emotionally frail.