Take Me Out to the Ball Game Clip from Jews and Baseball An American Love Story

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Description: JEWS AND BASEBALL: AN AMERICAN LOVE STORY portrays the contributions of Jewish major leaguers and the special meaning that baseball has had in the lives of American Jews. More than a film about sports, this is a story of immigration, assimilation, bigotry, heroism, the passing on of traditions, and the shattering of stereotypes.The story is brought to life through Dustin Hoffman's narration, and interviews with dozens of passionate and articulate fans, writers, executives, and especially players. connect the stories of baseball to their own lives, and to the turbulent history of the last century. Their stories are inter-cut with dramatic and never-before-seen film clips and photos of great Jewish players, unforgettable games, and the broad sweep of American history.
Tags: Dustin Hoffman Peter Miller Jews and Baseball Baseball Seventh Art Releasing 7th Art Releasing Documentary Jewish American Jews Al Rosen Sandy Koufax Kevin Youkilis Yogi Berra Larry King Shawn Green Bob Feller
Added: 02-04-11 Views: (549)
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