| Description |
1 videodisc (53 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in. |
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digital optical |
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NTSC |
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video file DVD video |
| Physical Medium |
polychrome |
| System Details |
DVD (NTSC), fullscreen (4:3 aspect ratio). |
| Performer |
Featuring: David Ortiz, Vladimir Guerrero. |
| Credits |
Editor, Ryan Little ; co-producer, Kristen Agrell ; original music, George Langford ; translation, Triana Chez. |
| Summary |
Featuring MLB all-stars David Ortiz and Vladimir Guererro, this film charts the course of talented baseball hopefuls from the Dominican Republic to the big leagues. Baseball in the Dominican Republic is not just a game; this country produces more professional baseball players than any other country outside the U.S. For many Dominicans the long, competitive road to a professional baseball career is one of the few viable alternatives to a life of poverty. Young men who embark on this odyssey show the pressure and joy that go along with it. Through the eyes of local kids playing with pebbles to the perspective of two Dominican major league stars, this documentary reveals a side of 'America's Game' that few have ever seen before. |
| Note |
Bonus features: an exclusive look at David Ortiz training in the Dominican Republic; behind the scenes at opening day of the Dominican Winter League with MLB stars Hanley Ramirez and Curtis Granderson; previously unreleased interview with Minnesota Twin Carlos Gomez; interview with the director. |
| Language |
In Spanish with optional English subtitles. |
| Subject |
Baseball -- Dominican Republic.
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Baseball. |
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Dominican Republic. |
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Baseball players -- Dominican Republic.
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Baseball players. |
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Baseball -- Scouting -- United States.
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Baseball -- Scouting. |
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United States. |
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Baseball -- Scouting -- Dominican Republic.
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Dominican Winter Baseball League.
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Dominican Winter Baseball League. |
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Dominican Republic.
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| Genre/Form |
Documentary films.
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Documentary films.
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Nonfiction films.
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Nonfiction films.
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Feature films.
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Feature films.
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Video recordings.
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Video recordings.
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| Added Author |
Goodman, Jared, film director, director of photography, film producer.
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Lobel, Eran, film producer.
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Ortiz, David, 1975-
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Guerrero, Vladimir, 1975-
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Element Productions.
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IndiePix (Firm)
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| Note |
English title from container and disc label: Road to the big leagues |
| Standard No. |
845637000470 |
| Music No. |
3537 Indiepix Films |
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