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Bleacher Bums (1979)
Director: Stuart Gordon
Cast: Roberta Custer, Richard Fire, Dennis Franz, Joe Mantegna
Runtime85 min
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Bleacher Bums takes place in the bleachers of Chicago's Wrigley Field. The characters are a bunch of Chicago Cubs fans, watching a game in progress on a summer afternoon.
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Bleacher Bums, directed by Stuart Gordon in 1979, is a delightful comedy that offers a unique and insightful look into the passionate world of Chicago Cubs fans. With its ensemble cast including Richard Fire, Dennis Franz, and Joe Mantegna, the film provides a hilarious yet heartwarming depiction of the camaraderie and shared experiences of dedicated sports enthusiasts.
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Bleacher Bums is a 1977 play written collaboratively by members of Chicago's Organic Theater Company, from an idea by actor Joe Mantegna. Its original Chicago production was directed by Stuart Gordon. A 1979 performance of the play was taped for PBS television, and in 2002 a made-for-TV movie adaptation was produced.
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