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Roberto Clemente is one of baseball's most iconic figures. As the first high-profile Latino player to play in MLB in the United States, Roberto's extraordinary career opened the door for generations of Latino baseball players to come. It is, however, Roberto's remarkable life off the field that defined his legacy. Committed to uplifting society's marginalized and under-represented he fearlessly fought for social justice and racial equality with steadfast resolve. Proudly celebrating his Puerto Rican heritage he remained unwavering in his commitment to uphold his personal values and sense of self. His career and fame served as a platform to further amplify his life purpose dedicated to family, community, and giving back. The tragedy of his untimely death on a mission to deliver aid to the victims of the 1972 Nicaraguan earthquake shocked the world with the loss of "The Great One." This is the story of a man who showed that a life lived with passion and conviction can truly change the world. This is the story of an icon.

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Robert Daniels

RogerEbert.com

There needs to be more details about who he was as an everyday person, instead of opting to look for as many saintly stories, like proving he was a man of the people by finding fans he made lifelong connections with, as can fit in a documentary.

Rated: 2/4

Sep 15, 2025

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Brian Tallerico

RogerEbert.com

The baseball stuff is fun-but-familiar—it’s in the humanizing of Clemente that Altrogge’s film really succeeds.

Mar 20, 2024

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Daniel Fienberg

The Hollywood Reporter

Finds a solid middle ground between straight-up hagiography and a slightly less reverential adulation that will make younger viewers understand why such affection could be warranted.

Mar 13, 2024

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Joseph Neff

Spectrum Culture

Clemente’s skills and stature are securely related by the director in a deep-dive biography that brings to the screen the context often lost with the passage of time.

Sep 17, 2025

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James Verniere

Boston Movie News

A vibrant, insightful and moving tribute to one of the world's greatest athletes, who was also an outspoken, early advocate for civil rights.

Rated: A-

Sep 14, 2025

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Michael Clark

Epoch Times

Cut down in the prime of his life while trying to save the lives of others less fortunate than he, Clemente was a human being of the highest moral and ethical fiber. He is the kind of person we all should strive to become.

Rated: 4.5/5

Sep 13, 2025

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Janine D

A beautiful life and legacy. Told in such an honorable enjoyable way!!!!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

09/17/25

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Adelaida O

This was a great movie with great insight from interviewees and archival footage.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

09/16/25

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Jared

Its a great story that should be heard. Not a perfect man but a great person

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

09/15/25

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Dave D

nice to see a Clemente documentary with high production values. great they could capture interviews with many of his contemporaries while they are still with us.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

09/15/25

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Carlos

Great documentary about a great man!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

09/14/25

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Giana

I loved this movie! Roberto Clemente was a wonderful man and this was a beautiful story of his life and his legacy.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

09/14/25

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Roberto Clemente is one of baseball's most iconic figures. As the first high-profile Latino player to play in MLB in the United States, Roberto's extraordinary career opened the door for generations of Latino baseball players to come. It is, however, Roberto's remarkable life off the field that defined his legacy. Committed to uplifting society's marginalized and under-represented he fearlessly fought for social justice and racial equality with steadfast resolve. Proudly celebrating his Puerto Rican heritage he remained unwavering in his commitment to uphold his personal values and sense of self. His career and fame served as a platform to further amplify his life purpose dedicated to family, community, and giving back. The tragedy of his untimely death on a mission to deliver aid to the victims of the 1972 Nicaraguan earthquake shocked the world with the loss of "The Great One." This is the story of a man who showed that a life lived with passion and conviction can truly change the world. This is the story of an icon.

Director: David Altrogge
Producer: Mike Blizzard, John B. Scanlon, Mary Sabol, Andrew Calvetti, Sarah Altrogge, Jocelyn Hartnett, Keith Ayers, Stephen Turselli
Screenwriter: Elise Andert, David Altrogge
Production Co: Vinegar Hill, Vantage Pictures
Genre: Documentary, Biography, History, Sports
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Sep 12, 2025, Limited
Runtime: 1h 41m