Pinball: The Man Who Saved the Game 2022
Pinball Wizard is a biographical drama that follows the story of Roger Sharpe, a young man from the Midwest who sets out to challenge New York City’s ban on pinball machines, which had been in place for 35 years. Through his determination and a pivotal demonstration in court, Sharpe manages to convince the city that pinball is a game of skill, not chance, and ultimately overturns the ban. The film highlights Sharpe’s struggle to gain acceptance for the game and showcases his pivotal role in the evolution of pinball culture.