He was class act to break the barrier and become the first black man in Major League Baseball.

Rating: 10/10 (23 September 2019)

This film contains all the elements necessary for an inspirational sports drama. it felt like the film was trying to meet a quota, dealing out emotional moments, enough adversity for any underdog, with a little bit of manipulation. these formulas for these types of films has proven to be continually profitable. Branch Rickey decides to hire the fist black player for his team. he selects Jackie Robinson, a man he feels can withstand the brutal racism he'll inevitably combat from fans, managers, opponents, press, and even how own teammates. but jackies all time achievement was to igonre the abuse and show the world that he belongs in baseball with exceptional skill for the game.the film focused more on breaking barriers and curbing attitudes than the game of baseball itself, with just a little brief moments of fun to be had for those primarily interested in the sport. wonderful movie all around.