Field of Hope
- Tagline
- In a divided world, the game unites.
- Description
- Set against a dystopian backdrop during the Civil Rights Era, 'Field of Hope' follows a brave athlete who dares to break the barriers of a fear-fueled society. In a world darkened by conflict and war, this sports player finds solace and unity on the playing field. But when a fugitive seeks refuge in the most unexpected of places, our hero must face more than just the opposing team. Dorothy Maca-roone, Edamame Norton, and Apple Baxter star in this playful drama, led by the imaginative direction of Brian De Palmadillo. 'Field of Hope' is a heartwarming tale about finding common ground when the world seems irrevocably split, a testament to the power of sports to bring together people from all walks of life.
- MpaaRating
- G
- PopularityScore
- 7.00
- ReleaseDate
- 05/12/2022
- Genre
- Drama
- Director(s)
- Cast
Critic Reviews
8.20
Brian De Palmadillo's 'Field of Hope' is a cinematic home run, bringing a playful twinkle to the gravitas of history. With a tagline promising unity in a divided era, the film doesn't shy away from swinging big—and mostly connects. Starring Dorothy Maca-roone alongside Edamame Norton and Apple Baxter, this film cleverly straddles timelines, blending the brooding aesthetics of dystopia with the sepia-toned nostalgia of the Civil Rights movement. The sports drama unfolds with a lightness of touch, despite the weighty societal themes, allowing the audience to cheer, chuckle, and chew on the deeper message without being bogged down by solemnity. The G rating is a curveball, offering family-friendly fare amidst the somber backdrop, a move that pays off as it harkens back to a simpler time of cinematic storytelling. The actors slide into their roles with effortless charisma, and the narrative arc, much like the trajectory of a well-hit ball, maintains a hope-fueled momentum. In this world of fear and foul play, 'Field of Hope' is a reminder that sometimes, the most profound victories come not from winning the game, but from daring to play it at all.