The League (2023)
Overview
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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| Budget | $0.00 |
|---|---|
| Revenue | $0.00 |
| Original Language | en |
| Popularity | 2.614 |
Directed By
Sam Pollard
Crew
Sam Pollard
Dave Sirulnick
Jen Isaacson
Robin Espinola
Byron Motley
Dave Marcus
Kathryn Bostic
Henry Adebonojo
Angel Barroeta
Jon Kamen
Todd Wagner
Haley Jones
Eamonn Bowles
Dori Begley
Questlove
Shawn Gee
Tariq Trotter
Zarah Zohlman
Jeffrey Lurie
Marie Therese Guirgis
Nina Dobrev
Bob Motley
Byron Motley
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