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Field of dreams

Book • 1987

Phil Alden Robinson

Field of Dreams is a 1989 American sports fantasy drama film directed by Phil Alden Robinson, adapting W. P. Kinsella's 1982 novel Shoeless Joe. The film tells the story of Iowa farmer Ray Kinsella, who, driven by a mysterious voice, builds a baseball field in his cornfield.

The field attracts the ghosts of baseball legends, including Shoeless Joe Jackson, and becomes a place where Ray confronts his past and connects with his father.

The film explores themes of faith, redemption, and the enduring power of dreams.

The film was nominated for three Academy Awards, including Best Picture.

It has become a beloved classic for its heartfelt story and inspiring message.

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Elizabeth Dutton

Tillman Holloway

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Mentioned in 5 episodes

Mentioned by

Pat Wood

when discussing a state legislator's idea of building infrastructure in areas with great wind, and that if they build it, they will come.

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, who said that Field of Dreams inspired Pete Wentz's vision for the whole record lyrically.

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as a motivational movie for business owners.

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Mentioned by

Tillman Holloway

in relation to the idiom "build it and they will come".

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Mentioned by

Sarah Gibson Tuttle

in the context of the importance of inspiring and educating customers.

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Mentioned by

Ken Danford

when describing the 'if you build it, they will come' philosophy.

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Mentioned by

Kenny Lange

in a discussion about building something and expecting people will come.

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Referenced by

Pat Wood

when describing the transmission project, using the phrase ‘if you build it, they will come’.

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Mentioned by

Lane Garrison

as his first film as an actor.

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Mentioned by

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when discussing the association of baseball with American identity.

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Mentioned by

Elizabeth Dutton

and

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as a movie featuring the Black Sox scandal.

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