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''Pride of the Yankees'', with Gary Cooper, 1942
A vintage German movie poster of ''Pride of the Yankees'', a 1942 American biographical sports film directed by Sam Wood. The film tells the life... more
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''Pride of the Yankees'', with Gary Cooper, 1942
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A vintage German movie poster of ''Pride of the Yankees'', a 1942 American biographical sports film directed by Sam Wood. The film tells the life story of the legendary New York Yankees baseball player Lou Gehrig, portrayed by Gary Cooper. It is a beloved and iconic sports film that is often cited as one of the greatest baseball movies ever made.
The plot of "Pride of the Yankees" follows the life and career of Lou Gehrig, from his childhood days playing baseball to his rise as a star player for the New York Yankees. The film explores his relationship with his parents, his romance and marriage to Eleanor Twitchell (played by Teresa Wright), and his close friendship with fellow Yankee player Babe Ruth, who plays himself in the film.
The central focus of the movie is on Gehrig's baseball career and his struggle with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), a progressive and debilitating disease that would later become known as "Lou Gehrig's disease." The film portrays Gehrig's determination and courage in the face of his illness and his famous farewell speech at Yankee Stadium.
Gary Cooper's performance as Lou Gehrig earned him an Academy Award for Best Actor, and the film itself received multiple Oscar nominations, including Best Picture. "Pride of the Yankees" is known for its inspirational and emotional storytelling, celebrating the life and legacy of a beloved sports figure.
The film is famous for the line "Today, I consider myself the luckiest man on the face of the earth," spoken by Gary Cooper as Lou Gehrig during his farewell speech at Yankee Stadium. This speech is one of the most iconic moments in sports film history.
"Pride of the Yankees" is a classic that continues to be cherished by baseball fans and movie enthusiasts alike for its portrayal of Lou Gehrig's life, his contributions to the sport, and his enduring impact on the world of baseball.
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