The League (2023)
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.
Genres: Documentary, Sport
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Production companies: 2929 Productions, Play/Action Pictures, RadicalMedia, Two One Five Entertainment, Yabba Biri ProductionsOutpost Digital
Country: United States
Languages:
English