42: The True Story Of AnAmerican Legend FYC

42: The True Story Of AnAmerican Legend FYC DVD VIDEO MOVIE sports drama Boseman Type: Movie Platform: DVD Publisher: Warner Bros Released: 2013 Media: DVD "**42**" is a 2013 biographical sports drama film directed by Brian Helgeland, chronicling the groundbreaking career of Jackie Robinson, the first African-American athlete to play in Major League Baseball in the modern era. The film stars Chadwick Boseman as Robinson and Harrison Ford as Branch Rickey, the Brooklyn Dodgers executive who signed Robinson and helped break baseball's color barrier.Set in the 1940s, the movie portrays Robinson's journey from the Negro Leagues to becoming a Dodger in 1947. It highlights the significant challenges he faced, including rampant racism, hostility from fans, and opposition from fellow players. Robinson's ability to maintain his composure in the face of such adversity is a central theme, showcasing his courage and determination. The film also emphasizes the supportive role of Rickey, who st