[SC DOC]

I thought it was a good movie. Not great, but good. It was well acted, especially by Harrison Ford, who portrayed Branch Rickey so realistically, that those who knew Rickey said it was like a reincarnation. The movie accurately described the racism that Robinson endured without losing his composure, because the team mattered more than his own pride. Although the movie ended with the playoffs of his first season with the Dodgers, Jackie had a great baseball career, and accomplished much after he retired. By being the first black in major league baseball, he helped break down racial barriers, and did it with class.

[EveningStar]

Jackie Robinson played exactly ten seasons in the major leagues, all with the Brooklyn Dodgers. Vin Scully saw Robinson play during his last seven seasons. Years ago, I remember Vin saying that Robinson was the most exciting player he ever saw.

Vin saw "42" and liked it. He knew Rickey and said that Ford got it right.

BTW, Robinson had a excellent record as a player.