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Release Date:
October 7, 2023
Original Title:
Thunder Rolls! The World of Blind Baseball
Genres:
Documentary | Family
Production Companies:
Thundervision Films
Production Countries:
United States of America
Ratings / Certifications:
US: NR
Runtime: 97
How can individuals who are blind and visually impaired play baseball? This documentary tells the story of how this is possible. When the rules of a game are changed, appropriate technologies are applied, and opportunities are opened, individuals with disabilities can play competitive sports at Olympic levels. Combines a thriller sports story with an educational message. Dramatic action centers on the quest of the Indy Thunder team to win their second World Championship. The film follows the team members and their coach, Darnell Booker, as they come together as a family. It reveals a nuanced world that involves the full range of accomplishments and engagements of the individuals portrayed. A spirited, humanistic, sports story operating on many levels of entertainment and social significance.
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Director:
Robert Arnove
Susanne Schwibs
Executive Producer:
Robert Arnove
Producer:
Susanne Schwibs
David Gudaits
Anna Strout
Henry Malone
Writer:
Robert Arnove
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