Looks like the snowball fight between the Twins and Mets is on for tonight. Anyway, let's talk cinema.
This weekend marks the national release of, '42,' the movie that brings to life Jackie Robinson's arrival to the major leagues in 1947. I was fortunate to attend a private screening of the movie during spring training, and it's definitely worth seeing.
There are some gripping scenes, including one in which a little boy is sitting next to his father while everyone, including his father, are hurling insults at Robinson. The boy looks around at everyone for a couple moments... then joins the verbal abuse.
Chadwick Boseman, who plays Robinson, did a fantastic job of portraying an immensely-talented, strong-willed player. Harrison Ford was excellent. I didn't realize it was him until 20 minutes into the film. I had a chance to meet Andre Holland, who played reporter Wendell Smith, at a banquet in January. He was so excited as he talked about everything he learned while researching his subject and the project. You'll recognize a few of the other actors, too.
One thing I would have liked to have seen is how challenging Robinson's life was away from the park. But I enjoyed everything the movie had to offer and urge every baseball fan to check it out.
Now we move on to a movie that has yet to be released, but will be.
Remember Pelotero? That documentary was released last year and opened our eyes to what goes on in Latin America and Major League Baseball teams scout, sign and develop talent there. It brought to light many things a teenager has to go through to begin his journey to the majors - and it wasn't pretty.
Twins megaprospect Miguel Sano was one of two players filmmakers followed in the movie. Those filmmakers are back again with a new project.
