Pitch
Pitch

Pitch

2016Movie104 minRussian

Kostya and his friends are young and love playing street football. Kostya dreams of playing professionally, but cannot bring himself to approach the coach. His girlfriend, Nastya, shares his dream, but street football is Kostya’s life, and the outdoor pitch is akin to a second home, a place for friends to meet and play.

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IMDb7.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes76%
Metacritic66/100
Google Users79%
Director: Kevin Falls, Dan Fienberg, and Jamie Tarses (Creators)Genres: Drama, Sports

Plot Summary

Ginny Baker becomes the first woman to play in Major League Baseball when she's called up to the San Diego Padres. The series follows her journey navigating the immense pressure, sexism, and personal sacrifices that come with breaking such a significant barrier. It explores the challenges of maintaining her career and personal life under constant public scrutiny.

Critical Reception

Pitch received generally positive reviews from critics, who praised its performances, particularly Kylie Bunbury as Ginny Baker, and its realistic portrayal of the challenges faced by a female athlete in a male-dominated sport. The show was lauded for its strong storytelling and its ability to balance the drama of Ginny's personal life with the intricacies of professional baseball.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its compelling lead performance by Kylie Bunbury.
  • Applauded for its authentic depiction of the challenges of professional sports.
  • Noted for its sensitive handling of gender dynamics in a male-dominated field.

Google audience: Google users generally appreciated the show's premise and the performances of its cast. Many found Ginny Baker's character inspiring and enjoyed the exploration of the personal and professional struggles she faced. The show was seen as a thoughtful and engaging drama that successfully blended sports action with character development.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for a Golden Globe Award for Best Actress – Television Series Drama for Kylie Bunbury.

Fun Fact

The show featured real MLB players and stadiums, adding to its authenticity, and even included advice from retired MLB players to ensure accuracy in the baseball sequences.

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