The Polo Kid (2009)

• 78%
• 2009
• Documentary
• Nathaniel McCullagh

Polo is one of the oldest, fastest and most dangerous team sports on earth. It is seen as an exclusive, elite world drenched in luxury and privilege. THE POLO KID goes behind the scenes to tell the true story of how a 13-year-old boy from an ordinary background left home, school and family far behind to become a polo star. Santiago Torres' journey takes him from the polo fields of California to Argentina, Florida, New York and Mexico. Behind thrilling sports action is a deeply moving human story that provides living proof of the American Dream : an immigrant family making a success of their life in America, despite overwhelming odds. The film features several of the worlds best polo players; Adolfo Cambiaso, Mariano Aguerre and Nacho Figueras, the face of Polo Ralph Lauren.