Silvester Home Run
Silvester Home Run

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Silvester Home Run

2008
Movie
13 min
German

Insights

IMDb4.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes15%
Metacritic35/100
Google Users65%
Director: Peter F. SmithGenres: Comedy, Family, Sport

Plot Summary

When a struggling minor league baseball team owner is forced to sell his team to a ruthless corporation, he enlists the help of his former star player to try and save the franchise. The two men embark on a hilarious journey of improbable comebacks, quirky characters, and heartwarming moments, all while learning the true meaning of teamwork and perseverance.

Critical Reception

The film received largely negative reviews from critics, who often cited its predictable plot, weak humor, and uninspired performances. Audiences, however, showed a slightly more favorable reception, appreciating its lighthearted family-friendly entertainment.

What Reviewers Say

  • Predictable and unfunny comedy with a formulaic plot.

  • Relies on tired tropes and lacks originality.

  • While family-friendly, it offers little substance for adult viewers.

Google audience: Audiences generally found the movie to be a light and harmless comedy, suitable for a family movie night. Many appreciated the effort by the cast, even if the material was weak. Some viewers felt it was a bit too silly and predictable, lacking a strong narrative punch.

Fun Fact

The film was originally conceived with a different set of actors and a more dramatic storyline before being re-written as a comedy.

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