John Goodman is cast as the Sultan of Swat, whose excesses -- especially drinking -- and private demons can (in this context) be excused in view of his genuine love of baseball. The facts never get in the way of a good story for screenwriter John Fusco; we're even offered the umpteenth rehash of "Little Johnny", the largely fanciful tale of the invalid boy who promises to get well if Babe hits him a homer (as in Pride of the Yankees, the cured Johnny makes return a appearance as grownup). The most amusing fabrication is the ...
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John Goodman is cast as the Sultan of Swat, whose excesses -- especially drinking -- and private demons can (in this context) be excused in view of his genuine love of baseball. The facts never get in the way of a good story for screenwriter John Fusco; we're even offered the umpteenth rehash of "Little Johnny", the largely fanciful tale of the invalid boy who promises to get well if Babe hits him a homer (as in Pride of the Yankees, the cured Johnny makes return a appearance as grownup). The most amusing fabrication is the casting of narrow James Cromwell as the Babe's orphanage mentor Brother Mathias, who in real life weighed 300 pounds. Many of the characters are composites, notably Bruce Boxleitner's Jumpin' Joe Dugan. At least Ruth's two wives--Trini Alvarado as Helen, who suffers Babe's many peccadilloes and dies under strange circumstances, and Kelly McGillis as Claire, who keeps Babe on a very short leash-are depicted with a modicum of accuracy. The baseball sequences are well handled (though there could have been less slo-mo) while Elmer Bernstein's charmingly old-fashioned musical score is right in tune with the film's approach to its subject. The Babe is rated PG; had this been the whole truth and nothing but, and R rating would probably have been in order. Hal Erickson, Rovi
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John Goodman, Kelly McGillis, Trini Alvarado, Bruce Boxleitner, Peter Donat. Fine in fine packaging. Originally released: 1992. Language: English. Run time: 115 mins. (m40) VHS movie is ex-video club copy in excellent cond, with box in excellent cond inside a hard plastic case.
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J.C. Quinn, Kelly McGillis, Trin. Fine. 1992 Run time: 115. VHS and case in excellent condition. Case shows light edgewear and shelfwear. 100% Satisfaction Guaranteed. Orders received before 3PM PT typically ship same day. All profits support the non-profit community. Free upgrade to First Class shipping.
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Good. May have very light or no surface scratches. Case and cover artwork are included but may show minimal signs of wear. If applicable: Digital copy or ultraviolet codes may be expired or not included. Slipcover may not be included.
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Disk is in good condition with minor to no wear. All disks are refinished to improve condition as needed. Case and artwork are in good condition with no tears or cracks. Thank you for shopping Goodwill Southern California. Your purchase helps create jobs and transforms lives through the power of work.
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John Goodman, Kelly McGillis, Trini Alvarado, Bruce Boxleitner, Peter Donat. New. 1992 Run time: 115. Buy with confidence-Satisfaction Guaranteed! Delivery Confirmation included for all orders in the US.
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John Goodman|Kelly McGillis|Trini Alvarado|Bruce Boxleitner|James Cromwell. New. 2021 Run time: 115. Buy with confidence-Satisfaction Guaranteed! Delivery Confirmation included for all orders in the US.
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James Cromwell, Kelly McGillis, Trini Alvarado, Bruce Boxleitner, Peter Donat, J.C. Quinn, Richard Tyson, John Goodman. New. 1992 Run time: 115. Buy with confidence-Satisfaction Guaranteed! Delivery Confirmation included for all orders in the US.