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2013 • Feature Film • ReleasedDrama, Biopic, Period, SportsProduction Company
Legendary EntertainmentStudio
Warner Bros. PicturesIn 1946, Branch Rickey put himself at the forefront of history when he signed Jackie Robinson to the legendary Brooklyn Dodgers, breaking Major League Baseball's infamous color line. But the deal also put both Robinson and Rickey in the firing line of the public, the press and even other players. Facing unabashed racism from every side, Robinson was forced to demonstrate tremendous courage and restraint by not reacting in kind, knowing that any incident could destroy his and Rickey's hopes. Instead, Number 42 let his talent on the field do the talking-ultimately winning over fans and his teammates, silencing his critics and paving the way for others to follow.
Production Company
Legendary EntertainmentStudio
Warner Bros. PicturesIn 1946, Branch Rickey put himself at the forefront of history when he signed Jackie Robinson to the legendary Brooklyn Dodgers, breaking Major League Baseball's infamous color line. But the deal also put both Robinson and Rickey in the firing line of the public, the press and even other players. Facing unabashed racism from every side, Robinson was forced to demonstrate tremendous courage and restraint by not reacting in kind, knowing that any incident could destroy his and Rickey's hopes. Instead, Number 42 let his talent on the field do the talking-ultimately winning over fans and his teammates, silencing his critics and paving the way for others to follow.
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- Production (21)
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- Art Department (9)
- Assistant Directors (5)
- Audio (1)
- Camera (10)
- Casting (1)
- Catering / Craft Services (1)
- Construction (11)
- Continuity (1)
- Costume & Wardrobe (8)
- Electric (7)
- Grip (11)
- Hair & Makeup (9)
- Locations (5)
- Music (3)
- Post Production & Editing (4)
- Post Production Sound (2)
- Props (3)
- Set Design (14)
- Special Effects (2)
- Stunts (3)
- Transportation, Set Operations & First Aid (3)
- Travel, Research, Office (1)
- Visual Effects & Animation (4)
- Writing (1)
- Consultants & Advisors (2)
- Executive (1)
