Could this be? A really good Ben Affleck film? Indeed! Russell Crowe plays a witty and impulsive journalist whose instincts lead him to believe a conspiracy is about to unfold. With the assistance of a young writer, this reporter gathers clues that reveals a corporate cover-up full of insiders, informants, and assassins. As he draws closer to the truth, he must decide if his story is worth selling. Great cast and great thrills make State of Play a low-key hit that’s just waiting to sneak into your Netflix Queue.
Nicknamed Azucar, Dominican pitcher Miguel Santos must work his way up to the big leagues, while fighting and protecting his family from poverty-like tragedies. Miguel gets picked up to play for the Kansas City Knights and is soon drafted to play for the United States’ minor league system at just the age of 19. Making the transition from D.R. to Iowa, this young player bonds with a small group of hispanic teammates, who happen to be the only spanish speaking people in corn country. As he adapts to the culture, he questions his ambitions and re-examines the world around him. There’s a home run here!
