Al Stump is a famous sports-writer chosen by Ty Cobb to co-write his official, authorized 'autobiography' before his death. Cobb, widely feared and despised, feels misunderstood and wants to set the record straight about 'the greatest ball-player ever,' in his words.
Acting
Tommy Lee Jones disappears into Cobb's volcanic narcissism.
Writing
Shelton's script dares to make its subject irredeemable.
Production
Period details feel lived-in, not costume-shop.
Director
Ron Shelton
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