The Last Out

POV Season 35

Feature Film | 10/03/2022 | 90 Mins

Three Cuban baseball players leave their families and risk exile to chase their dreams of playing in the United States. At the shadowy nexus of the migrant trail and pro sports, The Last Out chronicles their harrowing journey, from immigration obstacles to the broken promises of dubious agents. Against all odds, these young athletes try to hold onto their hope while fighting for a better life for their families. Official selection, 2020 Tribeca Film Festival (premiered in 2021). A co-presentation with Latino Public Broadcasting.

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Film Credits —

Michael Gassert Director/Producer
Sami Khan Director/Producer
Jonathan Miller Producer

Critical Acclaim —

“A powerful true story of athletics and exile.”

— Jordan Mintzer, The Hollywood Reporter