Film Lens
An Immortal Man recounts the life of Ted Williams, a legendary player for the Boston Red Sox and a significant figure in Major League Baseball. The film covers his historic achievement of being the last player to hit over .400 in a season, a feat that has not been matched since. It also touches on his service as a fighter pilot during the Korean War, illustrating his dual legacy as both an athlete and a military man.
The documentary shifts focus to the events surrounding Williams's death and the controversial decisions made by his children regarding his posthumous treatment. His head was preserved in cryostasis at a facility in Arizona, raising ethical questions about cryonics. The narrative is complicated by a cocktail napkin that allegedly contains his wishes, adding intrigue to the discussion of his legacy and the implications of his cryonic preservation.
Why Watch
- •See Ted Williams's historic .400 batting average story.
- •Find out about his military service in the Korean War.
- •Meet the controversial decisions made by his children.
Did You Know
•Ted Williams was the last MLB player to hit over .400 in a season.
•He served as a fighter pilot during the Korean War.
•Williams's head was preserved in cryostasis after his death in 2002.
•The documentary runs for 15 minutes and was released in 2015.
Perfect For
Baseball fansTed Williams enthusiastsCryonics discussions