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PlayByPlayMen is a fabulous film, and I loved every minute of it! What a wonderful and entertaining window into the worlds of the guys who call the plays. I can't imagine a baseball game without their dynamic commentary. They add so much to the excitement of the game & my enjoyment of it, and this film captures their contributions to the whole experience. Watching the film I felt like I got to see a glimpse of their lives, their passions, and what makes them who they are. The film is full of fun - lots of interesting background info and lots of great shots of the announcers, players, the stadiums, and the fans. There was some history of baseball, great descriptions of why these guys love the game, how they got involved in the sport, their favorite players, memorable moments, and lots and lots of anecdotes. I loved it! All very interesting, informative, and entertaining. I even wanted to sing out loud when Take Me Out to the Ballgame started to play. Anyone who loves baseball will absolutely love this film!

Although Woman is centered around the life and work of Dr. Bouthaina Shabaan, this film is not a story about her only. It is the story of all women, of all men, of all people who love their families, cherish their ancestry, and seek to make the world a better place. Everyone in the United States should see this film, because it provides a view of Syria and the Syrian people that is regularly denied us by the American media. There are no terrorists in this film, only hard working, well-meaning people who care about the sames things we all care about. The Syria that we see is beautiful, historic, and safe. The people we see are welcoming, generous, and kind. I thoroughly enjoyed the content of the film, and Dr. Shabaan is an excellent representative of the Syrian people. I feel like I know the country and the people through her, and I expect that she is but one of many, many extraordinary Syrian women.