In 1947, Jackie Robinson becomes the first Black man to play in Major League Baseball facing unabashed racism from the public, the press and other players.

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.
