A suspended Major League Baseball pitcher and a self-destructive sports journalist take a spiritual baseball road trip across America.
Type:
Feature
Status:
Seeking finance
Page Count:
132pp
Genre:
Sport
Budget:
Independent
Age Rating:
17+
Synopsis/Details
Lorenzo "Gonzo" Gilliam, a talented yet notorious left-handed pitcher, struggles to find a permanent team due to his unpredictable behavior. Journalist Rob Prince, infamous for his drug-induced antics, is assigned to cover Lorenzo and his new team, the Philadelphia Phillies. When their paths cross, their misfortunes bring them together, and they embark on a journey through the southern states, searching for purpose and adventure. Along the way, they encounter diverse characters, experiment with various substances, and play baseball in unexpected places. However, their trip takes a significant turn when they meet a young baseball prodigy, Mario, who is battling a rare disease that impedes his career. Can Lorenzo and Rob help Mario overcome his obstacles and reignite their own passion for baseball, leading them back to the big leagues?
All Accolades & Coverage

Quarterfinalist - STAGE 32 Drama Contest 2023 (finals pending)
Top Script Award 2023 - Best Comedy, Best Back and Forth, Best Supporting Character (Rob Prince)

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The Writer: Robert Palmer

Robert A. Palmer was born in the heart of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, in 1977. When he was just eight years old, his family relocated to the suburbs of Philly, where Robert's passion for filmmaking began to take root. Throughout high school, Robert honed his craft by creating short films for his classmates. His love of filmmaking continued to blossom in college, where he produced comedic shorts, a calling card during a pre-YouTube era. In the late 2000s, Robert decided to pursue his lifelong dream of becoming a filmmaker in Los Angeles. He spent several years working in unscripted TV, where he gained valuable experience in production. In 2008, Robert created his first short film, Elysian, a… Go to bio
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