“Screwball” delves into the doping scandal that jolted Major League Baseball, showcasing Miami’s dark side that provided steroids to icons like Alex Rodriguez and Manny Ramirez. At its heart is Anthony Bosch, a clinician with suspect credentials. He charts the trajectory of his health clinic, mob ties, financial deceptions, and Rodriguez’s quirks. The film uniquely casts child actors for adult roles.

Helmed by Billy Corben, “Screwball” merges documentary and dramedy, focusing on the 2013 Biogenesis doping saga. The story reveals deep-seated corruption from Bosch’s clinic to the MLB. Using reenactments and testimonies, the film captures the scandal’s breadth. While Alex Rodriguez remains notably absent, his chaotic past and bid to reclaim his name remain central.

Screwball | March 29, 2019 (United States) 7.2
Director: Billy CorbenWriter: Billy Corben, David CypkinStars: Frankie Diaz, Bryan Blanco, Ian MacklesSummary: Billy Corben's true-crime dramedy investigates the MLB's infamous doping scandal involving a nefarious clinician and his most famous client: the New York Yankees' Alex Rodriguez.

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