Baseball card collecting is a passion for many people, young and old. The new movie, "Behind the Card", explores this world and the interesting characters who inhabit it. Read on for our review of this new film.
"Behind the Card" is a new documentary that takes a look at the world of baseball card collecting. The film follows a number of different collectors as they go about their hobby, showing us the ups and downs of their passion.
We meet a collector who has been dealing in cards for over 30 years and has seen the market crash and rebound several times. We also meet a young woman who is just getting started in the hobby and is trying to find her niche. There are collectors who focus on specific teams, players, or even regions. And, of course, there are those who just love the cards for their own sake and don't care about their monetary value.
No matter what their focus, all of the collectors in the film share a love for baseball and for the cards that represent that love. It's clear that they get a lot of enjoyment out of tracking down that one elusive card or finally completing a set. And it's also clear that they're happy to share their knowledge and love of the hobby with others.
"Behind the Card" is an enjoyable film that provides insight into a world that many people are unaware of. It's well worth checking out if you're even remotely interested in baseball or collecting. Whether you come away from it wanting to start your own collection or just appreciate the dedication of those who do, you're sure to enjoy this film.
Behind the Card, can be streamed via Apple TV