Review of 42 (2013) by Chris H — 27 Dec 2013

Great story of Jackie Robinson. Better than most baseball movies. This was a legendary picture, 42.

This review of 42 (2013) was written by Chris H on 27 Dec 2013.

42 has generally received positive reviews.

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By Jacob B (1,524) on 01 Jan 2017

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