THE PRIDE OF THE YANKEES (Theatrical Release USA 1942)

 Ben Meyers’ rating: 4.5|5.0 Starsìììì 

The Pride of the Yankees—little gem, easy to miss—brings attention to the disease, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), but places the main focus on the life of Lou Gehrig from his early years to his retirement.

Film Poster Courtesy of  Wikipedia

Storyline 

The story of Lou Gehrig. 

Additional Thanks 

Thank you to Sam Wood for directing effort. Thank you to Producer Samuel Goldwyn for making the film possible. Additional characters/cast include: Lou Gehrig (Gary Cooper), Eleanor Gehrig (Teresa Wright), Babe Ruth (Babe Ruth), Sam Blake (Walter Brennan), Hank Hanneman (Dan Duryea), Mom Gehrig (Elsa Janssen), and Pop Gehrig (Ludwig Stössel). 

Buy a ticket? Yes? No? Maybe? 

Yes. Originality and heart. Good watch.

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