Narrated by Dustin Hoffman,explores the
connection between Jewish Americans and
baseball, our nation's most iconic
institution. More than a film about
sports, it is a story of immigration,
assimilation, bigotry, heroism, the
passing on of traditions, and the
shattering of stereotypes.
Interviews include fans, writers,
executives, and players - including Al
Rosen, Kevin Youkilis, Shawn Green, Bob
Feller, Yogi Berra, and Sandy Koufax. Fans
Ron Howard and Larry King speak of the
meaning of Jewish ballplayers in their own
lives, while historians and even two
baseball-loving rabbis relate the stories
of Jewish players to the turbulent history
of the last century. These powerful
personal and historical stories are
interwoven with an extraordinary
collection of rare archival footage and
photos, and a musical score ranging from
Benny Goodman to Yo-Yo Ma to Rush. |
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Airs Tuesday March 5 at 7PM and Sunday, March 10
at 5PM

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