When I first saw this movie, I watched it with my daughter who was 10 years old at the time. The language was kind of edgy but not too serious. I'm sure she hears worst from her friends at school (even though we try to ignore those facts). This flick had it all. From the coach struggling with his own morality, vices and (of course) romance, to the kids plagued by the daily atrocities of their neighborhood. Through these tribulations, however, we learn that "showing up" (coined from the movie) was the best way to face and overcome our problems. This applies to all of us across the board. I read a few reviews that discouraged kids from seeing this movie and I wholeheartedly disagree. Why can we let our kids watch The Bad News Bears and The Mighty Ducks but discard a movie that gives us a taste of the reality of our inner city youth whom want to play "Hardball"? Yes they spoke more freely with there swearing than a kid from the burbs. But isn't that the point? They're not from the burbs. Yes there was a shooting scene but you didn't actually see the shot hit. But it's ok for our kids to see the Matrix where people are getting shot left and right. sheez. I hope that one day America can stop hiding the inner city from their kids and let them know how their less fortunate counterparts living (and dying). Maybe they will take less for granted and appreciate their situation more after seeing this flick. Maybe they will want to help solve some of the problems when they get older except ignoring them like their parents are doing because their parents sheltered them from the same things in the 70's & 80's. I'm not trying to sell this movie by saying it's going to change any social order or make your kid a better person. What I'm saying is... Let them watch it, talk about it and "YOU" will make your kid a better person through your dialogue and time. This movie is just to supplement your efforts.

Hardball_720p(480P)

source: Hardball

I remember seeing this film when it was just released, when I was younger myself. I'm not very old, at 24 years, but now I found it way more entertaining. I think this is a film for the entire family, as it's appealing to all. If you have a soft heart, you will feel emotions, if your very young, you might only see it for the entertainment without "entertainment value". Though, I guess it's a movie which is best for someone at least 18 yrs old, as then you don't have to watch movies which are "cool" and have to be action-related to be good. This movie does not have a lot of ghetto and not a lot happens, but what happens is quite good quality. I feel this movie is an 8 of 10, where as I would rate very few movies 9 of 10 and I know of none I would rate 10 of 10.

i think the very best Baseball film of all time is "Sandlot". However this move really touched me. I cried so hard that I actually got sick. It really affected me. That is something we want our ART to do. Mission accomplished. I strongly recommend this film

this is definitely worth seeing. I guarantee (if your a woman) you'll be crying toward the end ( i wont spoil it). It was a very emotional movie, and very sad. Hardball portrayed a good message. Now, there was one thing i didn't like about this movie and iknow that somebody out there will agree with me. Keauna Reeves is a TERRIBLE actor in this movie. TERRIBLE! although thats nothing really new, but i think that his character could have been played by someone else and made 5 times better. Anyways movies aren't all about acting. Besides, the rest of that acting was good. BUT this movie is definitely worth seeing, and i would recommend that you see it at least once.

Moving "The Ugly Duckling" story about how don't-no-what-to-do-with-his life Keanu finds his life through making a difference. The movie doesn't go all the way, though. For me, there are too many stories in the movie. It could easily be 30 minutes longer, and go in-depth with every single story. However, as it is it touches some stories superficially. That's not good enough for top votes. Still a good and moving movie!

I sat down expecting this cheesy, guy-coaches-kids-for-money-and-doesn't-care-but-then-grows-on-them kind of flick, but it wasn't like that at all. It was such a beautiful film and it just warmed my heart so much. Would NOT recommend for people afraid of themselves or young children getting shot. But anyway, I would recommend this for people you don't mind. I thought the whole thing was great 😊

Even if you don't like sports movies, this is wonderful family entertainment with great actors and cute kids and a wonderful message to tell. Families will love this film. KEANU REEVES (Speed, The Matrix) and DIANE LANE (The Perfect Storm, Judge Dredd) shine and have a wonderful chemistry. Definately see it, you won't be disappointed that you did.

This is a wonderful, appealing and uplifting film that has you laughing, crying, and laughing again. The underrated KEANU REEVES is spot on as Conor, a man looking for redemption, and the great DIANE LANE is as fab as usual in an underwritten but gloriously performed role of a schoolteacher. The kids are also great. Check this flick out!