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42 review
Daniel Corleone - wrote on 05/30/13
"I'm just a ball player...You're a hero." The plot revolves around the talented Jackie Robinson (Boseman) and compassionate Branch Rickey (Ford). Despite some historical inaccuracies and slow buildup of the story, the overall production was skillful. The performance of Harrison Ford was refreshing and Boseman provided authenticity. Cinematography and score matched well with the poignant scenes. Screenplay was powerful with lines: "This is a strange world now." - Branch and "Maybe tomorrow, we'll all wear 42, so nobody could tell us apart." Pee Wee Reese. One of those pictures where the ride was better than the destination. 42 expressively shows the distinction of colored people and whites and how a single man changed everything in the sport of baseball.
