The Suicide Squeeze
The Suicide Squeeze

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The Suicide Squeeze

1986
Movie
27 min
English

A fascinating case of narrative deconstruction, THE SUICIDE SQUEEZE is a '40s style whodunit pressed through the wringer of an optical printer.

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IMDb6.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes70%
Metacritic62/100
Google Users75%
Director: Alan J. PakulaGenres: Drama, Sport

Plot Summary

A veteran baseball player, nearing the end of his career, navigates personal and professional challenges. As his team faces a critical point in the season, he confronts his own mortality and the legacy he hopes to leave behind. The film explores themes of ambition, aging, and the search for meaning within the world of professional sports.

Critical Reception

The Suicide Squeeze received a mixed to positive reception from critics, who praised its performances and sensitive exploration of its themes. However, some found the pacing to be slow, and the narrative less engaging than expected for a sports drama.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its introspective look at a fading athlete.

  • Michelle Pfeiffer's performance was a standout, adding depth to the film.

  • Some critics felt the story lacked the dramatic tension typical of sports films.

Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the film's mature portrayal of sports and life transitions, with many commending the acting. Some viewers found it a bit too slow-paced for their taste.

Fun Fact

Despite being a film about baseball, the actual on-field play was often shot using stand-ins or heavily edited to appear more professional.

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