Review of 42 (2013) by Corley J — 10 Oct 2013

It pulls no punches, and is masterfully acted. Pure brilliance.

This review of 42 (2013) was written by Corley J on 10 Oct 2013.

42 has generally received positive reviews.

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Director Brian Helgeland's 42 may not be the greatest baseball movie of all time ... but it may tell baseball's most important story…

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By Jacob D (884) on 10 Nov 2017

This movie was one of the best I have ever seen It was definitely the best baseball movie of all time…

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By Angie Errigo (463) for Metro (UK) (700) on 04 Sep 2017

Mythic material, beautifully done, the winning performances and telling (true) incidents make this one not just for baseball devotees…

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

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Inspirational! A true American hero perfectly portrayed on the big screen…

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