{movie} off the black (2006)

In director James Ponsoldt's gentle drama, an unlikely bond forms between high school pitcher Dave Tibbel (Trevor Morgan) and reclusive, ailing umpire Ray Cook (Nick Nolte) after the youngster vandalizes Ray's home. Estranged from his son, Ray offers to forgive Dave's debt if he'll pose as Ray's son at an upcoming class reunion. Meanwhile, Dave must contend with his withdrawn father (Timothy Hutton), who's been a wreck since his wife left him.

ireviewnetflix.com rating: *** Not a bad movie, but a bit slow in parts. The ending was decent, but took too long to get there. I was left just wanting the movie to get to the point. The cast was all right and the story was decent, but the depth of the script left a bit to be desired.