Want to watch an entertaining movie? Check out "42," based on Jackie Robinson, the first African American baseball player to play in the major leagues. The film focuses on the years 1945-47, and how Brooklyn Dodgers owner Branch Rickey, played magnificently by Harrison Ford, and Robinson, equally well-portrayed by Chadwick Boseman, break baseball's color barrier in 1947, and forever change professional sports and America. The film is an emotional feel-good effort that illustrates what Robinson had to endure in and outside of baseball and underscores the strength of his character in dealing with racism and ultimately gaining acceptance in America's game. Two hours well spent. Play ball!
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