The Pride of the Yankees (1942)

What a thoroughly lovable movie, the story of a man who radiated decency (Lou Gehrig), here portrayed by a man who always embodied virtue on screen (Gary Cooper). Surely the prototype for all inspiring sports figure movies, and have any even come close to replicating its purity. Excellent support provided chiefly by Teresa Wright (at the height of her loveliness) and Walter Brennan, in typically excellent forum. Few trio’s of stars could I look upon with such fondness. I don’t know why it took me so long to see this one, a true classic. 5 out of 5.