In 2024, the Philadelphia Phillies clinched a playoff spot with 95 wins.
The year before was different. They weren’t doing great, even after signing Trea Turner on a massive $300 million deal. His start wasn’t smooth, and the fans, known for being loud, were not happy. But one big fan, Jon McCann, also known as The Philly Captain on Instagram, had a curious thought: What if they cheered instead of booed?
That idea turned into something unexpected and is now shared in The Turnaround. This short documentary was made by Kyle Thrash and Ben Proudfoot, who have worked with the Obamas’ production company. Thrash felt moved by McCann’s story and wanted to share it.
Thrash expressed, “Jon wears his heart and his emotions on his sleeve, just like the city does,” when talking to Tudum. He was touched by how McCann turned his own tough experiences into something beautiful that impacted both the player and the city.
This film centers around mental health and community power, showing how love and support can uplift us during hard times. It’s fascinating how these themes resonate in our daily lives.
Proudfoot believes the story inspires goodness, saying, “The Turnaround reminds us that we get to choose how we react to failure, disappointment, and frustration.” The film aims to lift spirits.
People always love stories that show how kindness can change things for the better.
Catch The Turnaround on Netflix starting October 18.