|
Sponsored Advertisement:
Reserve cheap hotels at discount rates. Book cheap flight tickets at discount rates. Buy computers at discount rates. Find auto accessories at discount rates.
|
Browse a category or products!
Home
>>
Blu-ray
>>
Rookie (Blu-ray)
Product Information
|
1101045
|
|
Rookie (Blu-ray)
|
| | | It's Never Too Late to Believe in Your Dreams.
From the studio that brought you Remember the Titans comes an inspirational film based on a true story. Jim Morris (Dennis Quaid), father, teacher, and high school coach, though his dream was over. He'd had his shot playing baseball, blew out his shoulder, and retired without ever making it to the big leagues. Then, in 1999, Coach Morris made a fateful bet with his perpetually losing team. If they won the district championship, Morris - who threw a 98 mph fastball - would try out for the majors. The team went from worst to first, and Jim, living up to his end of the bargain, threw caution to the wind and was on the road to becoming the oldest rookie in the major leagues. This heartfelt, uplifting story about not giving up on your dreams is a remarkable and affecting story that will have everyone cheering.
"...a smart, engaging family film..." Ann Hornaday, Washington Post
"...a class act on so many levels..." Jan Stuart, NewsDay
"Solid, lump-in-the-throat family entertainment..." Kirk Honeycutt, The Hollywood Reporter
"Hits one out of the park..." Marjorie Bamgarten, Austin Chronicle
"...a solid hit." Peter Travers, Rolling Stone
Editor's Note
Every evening, Jim Morris (Dennis Quaid) is out practicing pitching. His minor league career ended with a shoulder injury 12 years ago. Now, Jim coaches a struggling high school team. When he tries to motivate them, they challenge him--if they reach the play offs, he must try out for the majors. The team starts to win, and makes the play offs. Not realizing how strong his arm has become, Jim is apprehensive as he sets off for the try outs with his son and baby daughter. The coaches recognize him, but think he has brought a young prospect. Late in the day, as he's changing a diaper, Jim is called. When he throws his first pitch, he surprises the coaches--and himself.Director John Lee Hancock, director of photography John Schwartzman, and composer Carter Burwell have made a glowing movie based on the true story of Jim Morris, investing it with a touch of myth. Dennis Quaid is convincing as the pitcher. His scenes with Brian Cox, playing his father, bristle with unresolved anger. The great Australian actress Rachel Griffiths shows her extraordinary chameleon-like ability--as Jim's tough-minded wife, she captures perfectly a woman who has to deal with life's practicalities and with her husband's dreams.
| Features | Audio Commentary With Director John Lee Hancock & Actor Dennis Quaid | | Audio: English, French, Spanish Dolby Digital 5.1 Surround Sound | | Deleted Scenes With Director Introductions | | Dubbed: French, Spanish | | Featurettes: Spring Training - Baseball Tips From The Pros, & The Inspirational Story Of Jim Morris | | Interactive Menus | | Scene Selection | | Subtitles: French, Spanish | | This Is A Blu-Ray DVD Made For Blue-Laser Format Players Which Produce Higher Quality Picture & Sound |
| Technical Info
|
Release Information
| | Studio: Buena Vista |
| Release Date: 3/4/2008 |
| Running Time: 127 minutes |
| Original Release Date: 2002 | | Catalog ID: 5594003 | | UPC: 00786936749786 | | Number of Discs: 1 |
Audio & Video
| | Original Language: English | | Available Audio Tracks: English | | Video: Color |
Aspect Ratio | | Widescreen 2.35:1 |
| Cast & Crew | Brian Cox | | Dennis Quaid | | Jay Hernandez | | Rachel Griffiths | | Barry Robison - Production Designer | | Eric L. Beason - Editor | | John Lee Hancock - Director | | John Schwartzman - Cinematographer | | Kevin Constant - Art Director | | Mark Ciardi - Producer | | Mike Rich - Writer | | Philip Steuer - Executive Producer | | Ryan Adams, et. al. - Original Music By |
|
|
|
|