Baseball's Last Hero: 21 Clemente Stories by Richard Rossi

Baseball's Last Hero: 21 Clemente Stories by Richard Rossi

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"BRAVO FORTISSIMO! I'm awed by your talent & ambition on display in ROBERTO CLEMENTE. What you achieved on a shoestring budget defines that much overused word? AMAZING. The narrative structure of economically dramatizing specific chapters of Clemente's life was very creative & effective storytelling. The casting was spot on & the performances poignant & often moving. The scene with the kidnappers is a comic gem. And the spiritual and philosophical debate with the nun on a cornerstone of Christian faith is as telling a dialogue as I have seen on film." (Rick Setlowe, former film editor of Variety, UCLA writing prof, & critic for ShowBiz Bible) "Finally, there is a movie. I hope that many people can see this movie because it adds on to his legacy." (Pirates great Al Oliver) "A testament to grace, power..." (TribLIVE) ***** 5 Stars Out Of 5. "Hits it out of the park!" (VideoViews) "An Olympic high jumper became Clemente in indie film..." (Post Gazette) **** "Director Richard Rossi shows in wonderful detail why Clemente is so in love with Vera (Marilinda Rivera). One of the film's best scenes is when Clemente goes to church to seek guidance from a Sister...The movie is about the terrific performance of Nieto, who captures Clemente's grace & wonderful spirit..." (Christensen Critic) "...the first narrative feature film to be produced on Clemente's life....sets the stage for Clemente's life on the field and off the field... as well as the great love story between Roberto & his fans." (Seamheads) "The film is great for Latinos & part of our history..." (Backstage) "The “21 Clemente Stories” are told using the 21 letters in Roberto Walker Clemente. The first “R” stands for Rookie and the last “E” for earthquake, referring to the Nicaraguan quake the led to Clemente's death on an aid mission in 1972." (Tribune Review) "I commend all those who volunteered hours to produce this film honoring Clemente's accomplishments. It is my hope that this film will inspire viewers for years to come. As Governor, & on behalf of all Pennsylvanians, I extend my gratitude to all those who volunteered & made this film possible. Please accept my best wishes for continued success in the future." (Tom Corbett, Governor of PA.) "Rossi's admiration of Clemente is undiminished." (Catholic News Service) SYNOPSIS Roberto Clemente had baseball's greatest arm & biggest heart. Director Richard Rossi grew up in Pittsburgh, watching Roberto play. Rossi brings his childhood hero back to life in this unauthorized biographical film. Rossi uses unconventional narrative (based on the number 21), compelling storytelling, & revealing details to capture the myth & the man. Two-time Olympian high-jumper Jamie Nieto plays Roberto, & Project Runway Winner Marilinda Rivera plays Vera. The film is a love story showing Roberto's love for family, team, fans, & the poor. Clemente was a work of art. During his career with the Bucs, he won 4 batting titles & led his team to championships in 1960 & 1971, getting a hit in all 14 World Series games in which he played. His magical 3000th hit fulfilled a prophecy & came in his final at-bat. He was not only the greatest right fielder of all time, but a humanitarian. "Greater love has no man than this, that he lay down his life for his friends." This movie was made on a low budget by volunteers inspired by Clemente to donate time & talent. The film & its reps visit schools to give back to disadvantaged children as Roberto did by showing the film and speaking about Clemente's life. Your gift to aid in this mission is tax-deductible. To donate, email eternalgracechurch@yahoo.com Info: www.facebook.com/clementemovie

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