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WooLife |  | Studio: Emerging Pictures
Category: DVD
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Rating:  11 reviews
Sales Rank: 155667
Format: NTSC
Running Time: 97 Minutes
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.2
Dimensions (in): 7.5 x 5.5 x 0.5
UPC: 883629700182
EAN: 0883629700182
Release Date: January 20, 2009
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Description
From living in a box under the streets of Chicago for 7 years to attending over 3,000 Chicago Cub baseball games and being featured on ESPN, FOX, Howard Stern and in the pages of Sports Illustrated, NY Times and the Japan Nikkei, Ronnie 'Woo Woo' Wickers has become one of America's greatest baseball fans.
WooLife chronicles Ronnie's journey from an abusive childhood on the south side of Chicago to his adopted family in Wrigley Field. A young Ronnie becomes inspired after his grandma takes him to a Cub game in 1947 to see Jackie Robinson play. What Ronnie discovers in the bleachers of Wrigley is a foster family of Cub fans and players that awakens his spirit and saves him from homelessness. He finds his souls music by rejoicing 'Cubs Woo, Cubs Woo' in a way that inspires some of baseballs greatest players.
WooLife starts during the 2000 season as Ronnie follows his dream of being recognized by the Cubs as the first fan to sing "Take Me Out To The Ballgame." Faced with obstacles from Cub's management, the fans decide to buy Ronnie a new smile to help improve his chances of his dream coming true. WooLife is a testimony that the human spirit can overcome and conquer the most grim of circumstances simply by recognizing the gift of being alive and the passion of truly believing in something.
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A Wonderful Documentary for Any Sports Fan January 9, 2009
S. J. Serres (Chicago, IL)
Paul Hoffman's documentary about Cubs super fan Ronnie "Woo-Woo" is amazingly captivating. He reveals many of the struggles Ronnie has gone through in life, and how he was able to overcome them. There are moments that are difficult to watch, particularly when Ronnie goes down to Lower Wacker to reconstruct his years of homelessness. Then there are moments that are endearing and funny, like when Ronnie receives his dentures. Hoffman also shows how tenuous relationships can be between a fan of Ronnie's notoriety and the management of his beloved team. The overall themes of enjoying everything life has to offer and triumph of the spirit are emphasized throughout the film. For those unfamiliar with Ronnie, Hoffman offers a keen insight into the importance we place on our team affiliations which any sports fan can relate to.
A very impressive first film January 12, 2009
John Balaguras
I saw this movie at a charity benefit and I was really impressed with the filmmaking, especially considering this was from as first time director.
I am not much of a baseball fan but I was drawn in by the passion for the game displayed by the people involved with this film.
I am glad to see it being made available to a wider audience. A touching and funny movie for all ages.
Must See January 13, 2009
Mary K. Hayden (San Francisco, Ca.)
The first time that I met Ronnie was in 1995, during my first visit to Chicago. Quickly, I learned that he is a Chicago institution. I see him annually and he is always warm and kind to me and everyone around him. Over the years I thought that I had gotten to know Ronnie quite well. It was not until I saw this film that I really learned what Ronnie is all about.
Ronnie is often misunderstood, however he has earned the friendship and respect of the people who do understand him. Some of which are the most well respected people in baseball, including the late great Buck O'Neil.
This film really illustrates all of that and everything else that Ronnie is about. It tells his heartbreaking back story eloquently. It is immensely moving and is undeniably strong with its message of resiliency and strength of the human spirit.
Everyone should see this film. There is not a person alive who could not learn from Ronnie.
Great Film January 14, 2009
William Oconnor
This documentary presents a great story in a compelling and entertaining style. Chicago Cubs' superfan Ronnie Woo Woo is a quintessential American character, whose story is told with energy and artistry by Paul Hoffman. Framed with insights into his often tragic personal life and his very public love affair with the "Cubbies," Ronnie's quest to sing "Take Me Out To The Ballgame" at Wrigley Field is the dramatic center of this affecting story. I definitely recommend it, even to non-baseball fans. Ronnie Woo Woo's story is universal, and worth experiencing.
A must-see! January 19, 2009
Heidi L. Hanson (MN USA)
An excellent film. I see quite a few documentaries and this is one of the best I have seen in a long time. It really isn't a movie about the Cubs, though if you are from Chicago or a Cub's fan it will be very special. It is more about having the intelligence and courage to do what you want to do each day because you love it, not because it is easy, convenient, or even really makes any sense. It will show you how to be happy and, in the end, how others will recognize your strength and support you along your journey. I will be watching for the next project from Hoffman. A very intelligent film.
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