The series was inspired by its creator star and creator. Abbi Jacobson—who recently got engaged to actress Jodi Balfour—said the goal of the show was never to remake the film.

We wanted to be open and allow people to see characters outside the All-American Girls Professional Baseball League. Broad CityAn alum stated. “What did this generation of women play baseball like?” “; and, “How do we discover the stories that were not told in the movie?”

One theme that both versions share is the fact that baseball can cause crying. We cried a lot filming it,” confessed the actress. Melanie Field. I believe the core and soul of this article is to be honest with yourself. Find your tribe, your family and your dream team.

Watch Geena talk about her experience at the Hollywood Forever Cemetery’s special screening of the movie. You can find more information on upcoming movie screenings at cinespia.org.

A League of Their OwnPremieres at Prime Video August 12