42
FREE to WVU Students
Oct 2-3
Hero is a word we hear often in sports, but heroism is not always about achievements
on the field of play. “42” tells the story of two men—the great Jackie Robinson and
legendary Brooklyn Dodgers GM Branch Rickey—whose brave stand against prejudice forever
changed the world by changing the game of baseball. In 1946, Branch Rickey (Harrison
Ford) put himself at the forefront of history when he signed Jackie Robinson (Chadwick
Boseman) to the team, breaking Major League Baseball’s infamous color line. But the
deal also put both Robinson and Rickey in the firing line of the public, the press
and even other players. Facing unabashed racism from every side, Robinson was forced
to demonstrate tremendous courage and restraint by not reacting in kind, knowing
that any incident could destroy his and Rickey’s hopes. Instead, Number 42 let his
talent on the field do the talking—ultimately winning over fans and his teammates,
silencing his critics, and paving the way for others to follow. Starring:
Chadwick Boseman, Harrison Ford, Nicole Beharie, Christopher Meloni, Ryan Merriman.
Run Time = 128 minutes
Friday, Oct 2 • Mountainlair Plaza • 10pm | Reserve Your Spot
Friday, Oct 2 • Mountainlair Plaza • 10pm | Reserve Your Spot
Mask & Campus Pass Required
Sign Language Interpreting and Captioning Services are available by request for participants who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing. To request an Interpreter or Captioner please contact Jason.Kapcala@mail.wvu.edu at least 3 business days prior to the event.
Sign Language Interpreting and Captioning Services are available by request for participants who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing. To request an Interpreter or Captioner please contact Jason.Kapcala@mail.wvu.edu at least 3 business days prior to the event.