Pinball: The Man Who Saved the Game
★ 7.1 · 2023 · 92m · Comedy · Drama · History · Romance
The dramatic comedy is based on the true story of writer and pinball wizard Roger Sharpe, chronicling his journey to overturn New York City’s 35-year ban on pinball.
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