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Sam Found Out: A Triple Play
Liza Minnelli plays three separate women in three separate stories. There's a serious drama about a hooker and her pimp, a romance about a lonely dancer and a black prince, and a musical about a man and a woman having dog problems.
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Plot Summary
A young pitcher, recently drafted by the Yankees, struggles with the immense pressure and expectations placed upon him. He grapples with his own insecurities and the influence of his father, a former baseball player. The film explores his journey to find his own identity and navigate the complex world of professional sports.
Critical Reception
This made-for-television movie garnered a mixed to positive reception, praised for its performances and exploration of the pressures on young athletes, though some critics found the plot somewhat predictable.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for strong lead performances, particularly by Jeff Daniels.
Appreciated for its realistic portrayal of the psychological toll of professional sports.
Some found the narrative arc to be somewhat formulaic for a sports drama.
Google audience: Audience reception information for this television film is not widely available.
Fun Fact
The film was part of ABC's 'The Disney Sunday Movie' anthology series.
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