In 1946, Branch Rickey, owner of the Brooklyn Dodgers, took a stand against Major League Baseball's infamous color line when he signed Jackie Robinson to the team. The deal put both men in the crosshairs of the public, the press and even other players. Facing unabashed racism from every side, Robinson was forced to demonstrate tremendous courage and let his talent on the field wins over fans and his teammates – silencing his critics and forever changing the world by changing the game of baseball.
Jackie Robinson
Branch Rickey
Rachel Robinson
Leo Durocher
Dixie Walker
Pee Wee Reese
Wendell Smith
Ben Chapman
Ralph Branca
Harold Parrott
Red Barber
Clyde Sukeforth
Burt Shotton
Kirby Higbe
Mr. Brock
Joe Garagiola
Clay Hopper
Eddie Stanky
Bobby Bragan
**Overall : An incredibly inspiring story told with gravitas, quality, skill, and class.** To see a film celebrate the character, resilience, and endurance of a man that withstood prejudice, violence, and bigotry without returning hatred with hatred is just inspiring—brilliant cast with incredible performances. The film focuses on the maturity and bravery of Robinson in overcoming enormous opposition. 42 tells the story well while still capturing the weight and pressure of each moment of the game. I could see Robinson’s skill as well as his motivation and resolve. This movie portrays the sport of baseball well but is ultimately about the power of character in the face of overwhelming opposition and how it can change attitudes, hearts, and minds.
April 12, 2013
Jackie Robinson
Branch Rickey
Rachel Robinson
Leo Durocher
Dixie Walker
Pee Wee Reese
Wendell Smith
Ben Chapman
Ralph Branca
Harold Parrott
Red Barber
Clyde Sukeforth
Burt Shotton
Kirby Higbe
Mr. Brock
Joe Garagiola
Clay Hopper
Eddie Stanky
Bobby Bragan
**Overall : An incredibly inspiring story told with gravitas, quality, skill, and class.** To see a film celebrate the character, resilience, and endurance of a man that withstood prejudice, violence, and bigotry without returning hatred with hatred is just inspiring—brilliant cast with incredible performances. The film focuses on the maturity and bravery of Robinson in overcoming enormous opposition. 42 tells the story well while still capturing the weight and pressure of each moment of the game. I could see Robinson’s skill as well as his motivation and resolve. This movie portrays the sport of baseball well but is ultimately about the power of character in the face of overwhelming opposition and how it can change attitudes, hearts, and minds.