Trouble with the Curve

Trouble with the Curve

Year: 2012

Runtime: 111 min

Language: English

Director: Robert Lorenz

Drama

Esteemed baseball scout Gus Lobel finds his career and abilities questioned as he ages. Facing pressure from the Atlanta Braves, he must prove he can still identify talent. To complicate matters, his estranged daughter Mickey, a successful lawyer, joins him on a critical scouting assignment, putting her own career at risk while navigating their complicated relationship and his legacy.

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1

Gus Lobel's Final Task

Aging baseball scout Gus Lobel faces his last challenge to prove his worth to the Atlanta Braves. The organization doubts his ability to adapt to the new dynamics of the game, putting his career on the line.

Atlanta
2

Pete's Dilemma

Gus's friend and boss, Pete, grapples with the pressure from Jeremy, a young protégé eager to replace Gus. Despite his loyalty to Gus, Pete feels the weight of the ambitious management's expectations.

3

Mickey Joins the Scouting Trip

Concerned about Gus's health, Pete reaches out to Gus's daughter, Mickey, asking her to accompany her father on a crucial scouting trip. Mickey, focused on her legal career, reluctantly agrees to juggle work and family obligations.

North Carolina
4

Scouting Bo Gentry

In North Carolina, Gus evaluates a talented amateur prospect named Bo Gentry, who has impressive stats and potential as a coveted draft pick. Mickey, despite her client presentation looming, decides to help her father with the scouting process.

North Carolina
5

Gus's Vision Deteriorates

During the scouting trip, Mickey realizes that her father's eyesight is failing. This revelation forces her to take a more active role in the evaluations, further bridging the gap between their relationship.

North Carolina
6

Family Tensions Rise

Mickey confronts Gus about feeling abandoned during her childhood, particularly after her mother's death. This confrontation leads to a heated argument, exacerbating the emotional distance between them.

7

Bo's Performance

As they watch Bo Gentry play, Gus and Mickey are impressed by his ability to hit home runs. However, they later discover his struggle with curveballs, leading them to question his true talent.

Baseball field
8

Gus's Recommendation

Gus advises Johnny 'The Flame' against drafting Bo, a recommendation Johnny respects. However, when Gus shares this advice with Pete and the Braves' management, Philip's aggressive opposition threatens Gus's credibility.

9

Mickey's Aspirations

Mickey shares her frustrations with Gus about her law career and reveals her passion for baseball. This heartfelt conversation prompts her to consider a future as a scout, similar to her father's path.

10

Finding New Talent

Heartbroken after their argument, Gus leaves Mickey at the hotel, where she hears a young pitcher practicing. Recognizing his talent, she catches for him, ultimately calling Pete to set up a tryout for the undiscovered player.

Hotel
11

Return to Braves Office

Back at the Braves' office, Gus faces backlash regarding his evaluation of Bo. Meanwhile, Pete reveals that Mickey's discovery of Rigo, an unrecognized pitcher, could change everything.

Atlanta
12

Mickey's Legal Advantage

With her rival mishandling an important presentation, Mickey finds herself in a better position at her firm. Meanwhile, Gus suggests she represent Rigo, leveraging her legal skills and knowledge of baseball.

13

Gus's Firing

As tensions peak, Gus is fired by Vince, who sides with Philip's statistical approach. This pivotal moment solidifies Gus's struggle against the evolving game and the younger generation's competitive spirit.

14

Reconciliatory Moments

Outside the stadium, after a series of emotional battles, Gus finds a moment of pride in his journey as Mickey and Johnny share a kiss. This reconciliation highlights the growth and connection formed through their challenges.

Stadium
15

A Proud Departure

As the dust settles, Gus enjoys a moment of triumph, lighting a cigar as he walks away, proud of Mickey's determination and the path they both forged. The observation marks a hopeful conclusion to his legacy.

Last Updated: November 03, 2024 at 20:24

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