Chicago Cubs: The Heart and Soul of Chicago

2011 1h 30m EN

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10.0

MASTERPIECE

★10.0TMDB · 1

Documentary

Synopsis

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An entertaining and heartfelt look at the ties of hope, faith, and optimism that bind Cubs fans together. This exciting film also offers unique insight into what it means to be a true Cubs fan by exploring how deeply the histories of the city of Chicago and its Cubs are intertwined.

“Some stories are better left unspoiled.”

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Cast

Gary Sinise
Narrator (voice)
Roger Baird
Self
Ernie Banks
Self
Al Bunetta
Self
Dutchie Caray
Self
Billy Corgan
Self
Bob Costas
Self
Richard M. Daley
Self

Credits

Behind the camera

Director: John Scheinfeld
Writers: John Scheinfeld
Languages: English
Countries: United States of America

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RUNTIME

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90 minutes exactly — the "classic feature" runtime most directors aim for.

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ERA

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Released 15 years ago.

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DIRECTOR

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Directed by John Scheinfeld, shot by Richard C. Christian, Jr.. Note their partnership — DPs and directors often return to each other across a career.

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DIRECTOR

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Original score by Steve Ford. Worth a dedicated listen after — most great films lose half their impact without the score.

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DIRECTOR

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Editor Chris Claeys shaped the rhythm. On an edit-heavy film, the editor does more to control your pulse than the director.

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CAST

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Gary Sinise and Roger Baird and Ernie Banks carry the top of the cast.

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7 / 7

WILD

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Only 1 TMDB ratings — you're getting ahead of the curve on this one.

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The take

John Scheinfeld directs. Richard C. Christian, Jr. behind the camera. Steve Ford scores. Chris Claeys cuts. Runs lean at under 100 minutes. Produced in United States of America. Dialogue in English.

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190 minutes exactly — the "classic feature" runtime most directors aim for.
2Released 15 years ago.
3Directed by John Scheinfeld, shot by Richard C. Christian, Jr.. Note their partnership — DPs and directors often return to each other across a career.
4Original score by Steve Ford. Worth a dedicated listen after — most great films lose half their impact without the score.
5Editor Chris Claeys shaped the rhythm. On an edit-heavy film, the editor does more to control your pulse than the director.
6Gary Sinise and Roger Baird and Ernie Banks carry the top of the cast.
7Only 1 TMDB ratings — you're getting ahead of the curve on this one.