Film Lens
In 'Long Gone Summer', the 1998 MLB season is examined through the lens of the home run race between Mark McGwire and Sammy Sosa. The film details how McGwire hit 70 home runs, surpassing Sosa's 66, capturing the attention of baseball fans and the media alike. This competition is presented as a defining moment in Major League Baseball history, reflecting the excitement that surrounded the sport during that time.
However, the documentary also addresses the subsequent steroid scandal that overshadowed these achievements. It discusses how this controversy affected the legacies of both players and the wider effects for baseball. The film reflects on the cultural impact of the home run race, illustrating how it left a lasting mark on the sport's history.
Why Watch
- •See Mark McGwire's record-breaking 70 home runs.
- •Follow Sammy Sosa's impressive 66 home runs.
- •Meet key figures like Bob Costas and George Will.
Did You Know
•Mark McGwire hit 70 home runs in the 1998 season.
•Sammy Sosa followed closely with 66 home runs that same year.
•The documentary was directed by AJ Schnack and released in 2020.
•The film has a runtime of 120 minutes.
Perfect For
Baseball history fans1990s sports cultureSteroid controversy