It Ain’t Over (2023)
97%RT Audience Score: 100%
Awards & Nominations: NA
“It Ain’t Over” is a cinematic masterpiece that delves into the life of the legendary Yogi Berra, a man who was more than just a baseball player. The film not only highlights his incredible achievements on the field but also explores how his media persona overshadowed his genuine accomplishments. Through expertly crafted storytelling, the documentary reveals the man behind the malapropisms and reinforces his status as a relatable everyman. This intimate portrait of Yogi Berra is a home run in a field often flush with loud fouls, and it will leave you with a newfound respect for the lovable icon.
“It Ain’t Over” is a documentary that will make you fall in love with Yogi Berra all over again. Even if you’re not a baseball fan, you’ll appreciate the story of a man who became more than just a player, but a cultural icon. The film does a great job of highlighting Berra’s achievements on the field, but also delves into his personal life and the impact he had on those around him. Plus, who doesn’t love a good malapropism? This movie is a home run, and I’m not just saying that because I’m a Yankees fan.
Production Company(ies)
Distributor
Sony Pictures Classics
Release Type
Theatrical, Theatrical (Limited)
Filming Location(s)
MPAA / Certificate
Year of Release
2023
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Color:Color
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Sound mix:Dolby
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Aspect ratio:NA
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Runtime:1h 38m
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Language(s):
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Country of origin:United States
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Release date:NA
Genre(s)
Documentary/Biography
Keyword(s)
documentary, biography, Yogi Berra, baseball, sports legend, Billy Crystal, Bob Costas, Willie Randolph, Derek Jeter, Vin Scully, Ron Guidry, Sean Mullin, Natalie Metzger, Matt Miller, Mike Sobiloff, Peter Sobiloff, PG, box office, $88.5K, Sony Pictures Classics, Five By Eight Productions, Vanishing Angle, reviewed by G. Allen Johnson, Bill Goodykoontz, Randy Myers, Thomas Floyd, Sheila O’Malley, Josh Goller, Lynn Venhaus, Wade Major, Andy Klein, Kelly Vance, Roger Moore, directed by Sean Mullin, written by Sean Mullin, produced by Natalie Metzger, Matt Miller, Mike Sobiloff, Peter Sobiloff, MPAA rating, documentary film, baseball player, American icon, misunderstood, achievements, off-the-field persona, emotional, uplifting, intimate portrait, Yogisms, drug references, brief war images, smoking, language, English, 1h 38m.
Worldwide gross: NA
Worldwide gross (inflation-adjusted): NA
Worldwide gross ranking (inflation-adjusted): NA
Worldwide tickets sold (est.): NA
US/Canada gross: NA
US/Canada gross (inflation-adjusted): NA
US/Canada gross ranking (inflation-adjusted): NA
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US/Canada opening weekend (inflation-adjusted): NA
US/Canada opening weekend ranking (inflation-adjusted): NA
Budget and Earnings Details
Production budget (est.): $7,500,000
Production budget (inflation-adjusted): $7,500,000
Production budget ranking: 1,767
Marketing and distribution budget (inflation-adjusted est.): $4,038,750
Box office net earnings to date (inflation-adjusted est.): NA
ROI to date (est.): NA
ROI ranking: NA
Bob Costas – Self
Willie Randolph – Self
Derek Jeter – Self
Vin Scully – Self
Ron Guidry – Self
Director – Sean Mullin
Producer – Natalie Metzger, Matt Miller, Mike Sobiloff, Peter Sobiloff
Writer – Sean Mullin
Director(s)
NA
Writer(s)
NA
Producer(s)
NA
Film Festivals
Tribeca
Awards & Nominations
NA
Academy Awards
All Critics (29) | Top Critics (13) | Fresh (28) | Rotten (1)
He might have become more famous off the baseball field than on it, but there’s no denying that he was a great player, and “It Ain’t Over” provides an excellent reminder.
May 18, 2023 | Rating: 3/4
G. Allen Johnson
San Francisco Chronicle
TOP CRITIC
The film is a spin through baseball history, but also an examination of how media-molded personas can overtake genuine accomplishments.
May 18, 2023 | Rating: 4/5
Bill Goodykoontz
Arizona Republic
TOP CRITIC
The result is a home run in a field often flush with loud fouls.
May 17, 2023 | Rating: 3.5/4
Randy Myers
San Jose Mercury News
TOP CRITIC
A comprehensive encapsulation of an American icon known more for his ubiquitous turns of phrase… than for his exploits on the diamond.
May 17, 2023 | Rating: 3/4
Thomas Floyd
Washington Post
TOP CRITIC
I’m convinced. I’ll happily agree with what Billy Crystal says in the film, that Berra is “the most overlooked superstar in the history of baseball.”
May 17, 2023 | Rating: 3/4
Daniel Neman
St. Louis Post-Dispatch
TOP CRITIC
“It Ain’t Over” works the way it’s supposed to work.
May 12, 2023 | Rating: 3/4
Sheila O’Malley
RogerEbert.com
TOP CRITIC
This glowing tribute highlights a storied career and then goes to great lengths to reinforce the public perception of the malapropism-prone Yogi Berra as a relatable everyman, and how that’s what made him so remarkable.
May 19, 2023 | Rating: 3/5
Josh Goller
Spectrum Culture
This documentary is expertly crafted as an intimate portrait that earns more respect for the lovable Yogi. You may be surprised by what’s been revealed here to spotlight the man and his legend, even if you are aware of his life achievements.
May 19, 2023 | Rating: A
Lynn Venhaus
Webster-Kirkwood Times
A beautiful film that brought me to tears.
May 18, 2023
Wade Major
FilmWeek (KPCC – NPR Los Angeles)
A wonderful documentary.
May 18, 2023
Andy Klein
FilmWeek (KPCC – NPR Los Angeles)
See this movie now.
May 17, 2023
Kelly Vance
East Bay Express
Hate the Yankees. LOVE Yogi Berra.
May 16, 2023 | Rating: 3/4
Roger Moore
Movie Nation…
Plot
It Ain’t Over is a documentary that explores the life and legacy of baseball legend Yogi Berra, delving into his accomplishments on and off the field and shedding light on the man behind the “Yogisms.”
Trivia
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