Review of 42 (2013) by Jeeni B — 08 Oct 2015

Got to be the most iconic baseball movie of all time great movie.

This review of 42 (2013) was written by Jeeni B on 08 Oct 2015.

42 has generally received positive reviews.

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By Brad R (338) on 21 Mar 2017

Some elements of the story omitted due to Hollywoodization. This film sported, pun pun, the pitcher signals, with 4 or 5 appearing…

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By Abbie Bernstein (403) for Assignment X (330) on 25 Jan 2019

42 explains eloquently how and why Jackie Robinson became an enduring American hero, with extraordinary baseball prowess perhaps the least…

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By Josh M (1,729) on 06 Feb 2017

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By Ray S (427) on 25 Mar 2018

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By Brandon W (1,786) on 02 Sep 2016

42 gives us a way to see Jackie Robinson's life. And viewers are more aware of his heroism for it…

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By Mark P (1,180) on 15 Dec 2018

I couldn't help but notice that on Day1 of Jackie Robinson career in the Big Leagues: 04/15/1947, film makers showed the national anthem being…

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By Brandy Mcdonnell (170) for The Oklahoman (170) on 06 Aug 2018

It may not be a cinematic grand slam, but 42 does a fine job sharing and celebrating Robinson's legacy, which makes it a solid win…

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By Filipe C (248) on 21 Jan 2018

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