Documentary · United States of America · 2023 · 1h 43m

The League

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Director
Sam Pollard
Cast
Lovell Gates as Satchell Paige Jakkar Thompson as Ruben Foster Clayton B. Stevens as C.I. Taylor
Crew
Henry Adebonojo — Director of Photography Angel Barroeta — Director of Photography Dave Marcus — Editor Dave Sirulnick — Producer Byron Motley — Producer Jen Isaacson — Producer
Tagline

The Negro Leagues: changing the game, transforming America

Synopsis

The triumphs and challenges of Negro League baseball in the early 20th century. Through rare footage and interviews with iconic players like Satchel Paige and Buck O'Neil, as well as Hall of Famers Willie Mays and Hank Aaron, the film highlights the league's pivotal role in Black communities and the impact of integration.

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Mood & Themes
sportsbaseballcivil rightsbased on true story
Key Collaborators
Sam Pollard Director Henry Adebonojo Director of Photography Angel Barroeta Director of Photography Dave Marcus Editor Dave Sirulnick Producer Byron Motley Producer Jen Isaacson Producer Robin Espinola Producer
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