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42
2013 128 min United States of America PG-13 12+
★7.4
Drama
Director: Brian Helgeland
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Description
In 1947, Jackie Robinson becomes the first Black man to play in Major League Baseball facing unabashed racism from the public, the press and other players.
Budget:
$40M
US Gross:
$95.06M
Worldwide:
$95.02M
Starring
Chadwick Boseman
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T.R. Knight
Actor
Harrison Ford
Actor
Awards
3 wins & 21 nominations total
Key opinion
42 is widely regarded as a polished, professional, and accessible biographical drama that effectively chronicles Jackie Robinson’s integration of Major League Baseball. While many viewers find the film inspiring and well-acted, critics are divided on whether its polished Hollywood approach provides sufficient depth or settles for a superficial, overly sentimental treatment of a complex historical struggle.
| Acting | Chadwick Boseman delivers a compelling and resonant performance as Jackie Robinson that anchors the film. | |
| Acting | Harrison Ford provides a grounded and memorable supporting performance as Branch Rickey, bringing wisdom and grit to the role. | |
| Production | The film features high-quality production values, including strong cinematography and period-accurate atmosphere. | |
| Screenplay | Some viewers appreciate the film's focused and straightforward storytelling, while others find the narrative simplistic and lacking in emotional depth. | |
| Pacing | While many find the pacing engaging, some critics feel the film fails to fully dramatize the complexities of racial struggle, resulting in a superficial account. |