6 family-friendly movies to watch at home this Christmas
4. 'You Gotta Believe'
The inspiring true story of an underdog baseball team that works their way to the 2002 Little League World Series, where they achieve a historic performance, is featured in the film “You Gotta Believe,” starring Luke Wilson and Greg Kinnear.
The film stars Wilson, 52, and Kinnear, 61, as Bobby Ratliff and Jon Kelly, two Little League baseball coaches from Fort Worth, Texas, who lead their team to the prestigious Little League World Series in Williamsport, Pennsylvania.
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The story takes an emotional turn when Bobby is diagnosed with cancer and his son and the young players rally around him, pushing through to compete among the nation’s best in the tournament. The team not only dedicated their season to him but had the name “Bobby” stitched on their baseball hats.
Director Ty Roberts told The Christian Post he hopes the film becomes a sports classic like "The Sandlot" and highlights the universal need for belief and perseverance — whether facing a terminal illness or preparing for a major sports event.
“Whether it’s overcoming a parent’s illness or chasing a dream like going to the World Series, belief in yourself is key. We all need that reminder, and I hope this film provides it,” he said.
"You've got to believe in yourself first and foremost. We've heard it and seen it a lot, but we can never get enough of it. ... Self-belief is just so important. I think we all tap into it; I certainly do as a filmmaker. ... I hope people can walk out and have a sense of belief in themselves and others. I hope they're inspired to get out there and do something, any challenge that they're going after, and just keep going."
“You Gotta Believe” is now available on DVD and Blu-ray and on Digital HD from Amazon Video and iTunes.
Leah M. Klett is a reporter for The Christian Post. She can be reached at: leah.klett@christianpost.com
