As Hitler invaded Europe, a young Jewish baseball player challenged Babe Ruth’s homerun record. On Wednesday, May 25 at 7:00 PM the Havurah's Jewish Film Series presents The Life and Times of Hank Greenberg, a humorous and nostalgic documentary about an extraordinary baseball player who transcended religious prejudice to become an American icon. Detroit Tiger Hammerin’ Hank’s accomplishments during the Golden Age of Baseball rivaled those of Babe Ruth and Lou Gehrig. This compelling documentary examines how America’s first Jewish baseball star was a beacon of hope to American Jews who faced bigotry during the Depression and World War II. Included in the colorful collage of forty-seven interviews are Hank Greenberg and family members; sports figures Ira Berkow, Ernie Harwell, Joe Falls and Dick Schaap; fellow players Bob Feller, Charlie Gehringer and Ralph Kiner; fans Alan Dershowitz, Congressman Sander Levin and Senator Carl Levin; and actors Walter Matthau, Michael Moriarty, and Maury Povich. The film also features famous scenes from such Hollywood classics such as Gentleman’s Agreement, Night at The Opera, Pride of St. Louis and Woman of the Year as well as dramatic historical footage. The screening is free and open to all. Rabbi David Zaslow will lead a discussion following the film. The Havurah is located at 185 N. Mountain Ave. in Ashland. Call 488-7716 for more info.
- May 25, 2011 from 7:00pm to 9:00pm UTC-07
- Location: The Havurah
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