City of Baseball

U.S.A./55 mins.

Synopsis: City of Baseball follows one Italian town's surprising obsession with the American pastime. It is the story of 'La Grande Amore' - a passion that gives identity and purpose to Nettuno.

After a forgotten tragedy of World War II, GI’s taught the sport to Italian gravediggers building a war cemetery in Nettuno. Thus started a forty-year run of glory, that included constant championships, out-of-control fans, and a memorable visit by the legendary Joe DiMaggio. As the current club manager says, 'Nettuno is the story of Italian baseball, and Italian baseball is the story of Nettuno.'

It is a funny, lyrical, and poignant place whose road signs proudly read, 'Welcome to Nettuno, The City of Baseball.'

Language: Italian

Genre:  Documentary,Light Entertainment,Sports

Format:  mini-DV

Director: Christopher P. Ralph

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