The Jackie Robinson Story

The Jackie Robinson Story is a 1950 biographical film directed by Alfred E. Green who had directed The Jolson Story, one of the biggest hits of the 40s and starring Jackie Robinson as himself. The film focuses on Robinsons struggle with the abuse of racist bigots as he becomes the first AfricanAmerican Major League Baseball player of the modern era.

The film begins with Robinson as a boy. He is given a wornout baseball glove by a stranger impressed by his fielding skills. As a young man, he becomes a multisport star at the University of California, Los Angeles, but as he nears graduation, he worries about his future. His older brother Mack was also an outstanding college athlete and graduate, but the only job he could get was that of a lowly street cleaner.When America enters World War II, Robinson is drafted, serving as an athletic director. Afterward, he plays baseball with a professional AfricanAmerican team. However, the constant travel keeps him away from his college sweetheart, Rae. ........

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