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Broadcast Premiere of THE LAST OUT


“A powerful true story of athletics and exile.”
— Jordan Mintzer, The Hollywood Reporter

THE LAST OUT
A film by Michael Gassert and Sami Khan
(USA, 2021, 90 min. In English and Spanish with English subtitles)


Three Cuban baseball players leave their families and risk exile to chase their dreams of playing in the United States. At the shadowy nexus of the migrant trail and pro sports, The Last Out chronicles their harrowing journey, from immigration obstacles to the broken promises of dubious agents. Against all odds, these young athletes try to hold onto their hope while fighting for a better life for their families. Official selection, 2020 Tribeca Film Festival (premiered in 2021). A co-presentation with Latino Public Broadcasting.

Premieres Monday, October 3
PBS’ POV series

Watch the trailer:

 
 
Earlier Event: September 23
North American Theatrical Release of MY IMAGINARY COUNTRY
Later Event: October 13
Brazilian Films at NewFest: The New York LGBTQ+ Film Festival
 
 
 
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Cinema Tropical's programs are made possible with the support of the New York State Council on the Arts.
They are also supported, in part, by public funds from the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs
in partnership with the City Council, and the National Endowment for the Arts.