Make plans to see “The Jackie Robinson Story” on Sunday, Aug. 21 at City Hall as part of a free movie series sponsored by the City’s Community of Character Committee.
The movie, which stars baseball legend Jackie Robinson playing himself in what has been described as a “neglected gem,” starts at 2 p.m. The film highlights August’s character quality of “self-control.”
Branch Rickey, president of the Brooklyn Dodgers, selected Robinson for his athletic ability and outstanding character to break the major league color barrier. Robinson’s outstanding qualities led him to being dubbed as the second most popular person in America in 1947. He was also on Time Magazine’s list of the “100 Most Influential People of the 20th Century.”
Character educators Elaine Portnoy and Bob Hayes will lead a brief discussion following the film, which will be featured on a theater-size screen with theater-style seating and surround-sound at 200 Civic Center, just across from the Mission Viejo Library.
As one of the most gifted athletes of the last century, Robinson’s story is inspirational and the film is especially recommended for youth of all ages participating in all types of sports programs.
For more information about this free event, call 949-470-3094.
