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Deep Dive: The Beaning (2017)

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The Beaning
The Beaning is an experimental documentary that examines the death of Cleveland baseball player Ray Chapman in 1920. The film presents a theory linking his death to the rise of the New York Yankees, suggesting a connection to occult practices and rituals in baseball. The black and white format adds a historical context to the narrative, emphasizing the eerie nature of the events surrounding Chapman’s demise. Through its brief 9-minute runtime, the film combines sports history with elements of conspiracy, focusing on the impact of Chapman’s death on the game and the subsequent dominance of the Yankees. The documentary invites viewers to consider the darker side of sports and the potential influence of hidden forces on its trajectory.

Why Watch

  • •See the dark theory behind Ray Chapman's death.
  • •Find out how baseball connects to occult practices.
  • •Meet the players involved in the 1920 season.

Did You Know

•Ray Chapman was a Cleveland baseball player who died in 1920.
•The documentary is only 9 minutes long.
•The film suggests a connection between Chapman's death and the Yankees' rise.

Perfect For

Baseball history fansOccult enthusiastsSports conspiracy theories