WooLife(2008)
One life saved by the game of baseball.
WooLife Synopsis
WooLife chronicles Ronnie Woo'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 Field 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 (2008) is a documentary film directed by Paul Hoffman, released on January 1, 2008 with a runtime of 1h 37m. It stars Ronnie Woo Woo, Joe Mantegna and Buck O'Neil.
- Director:
- Paul Hoffman
- Producers:
- Paul Hoffman
- Status:
- Released
WooLife Cast & Crew
Main cast
- Ronnie Woo Woo
Ronnie Woo Woo
as Ronnie Woo Woo
Joe Mantegna
as Joe Mantegna
- Buck O'Neil
Buck O'Neil
as Buck O'Neil
Key crew
Directed by Paul Hoffman, produced by Paul Hoffman.
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WooLife – Frequently Asked Questions
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Who stars in WooLife?
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The main cast of WooLife (2008) includes Ronnie Woo Woo, Joe Mantegna and Buck O'Neil. The film was directed by Paul Hoffman. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was WooLife released?
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WooLife was released on January 1, 2008 and runs for 1h 37m.