Rally Caps

A family film that tackles the stigma of hearing loss, mental health, and bullying.

Written for the screen and directed by Lee Cipolla, based on a true story and starring Academy Award nominee Judd Hirsch, Amy Smart, and Carson Minniear, Rally Caps is a moving coming-of-age film adapted from the book by father-daughter duo Stephen J. Cutler and Jodi Michelle Cutler.  In Rally Caps, a young boy named Jordy faces a life-altering injury during a baseball tryout. At summer camp, he meets Lucas, a deaf boy who uses a hearing aid and cochlear implant. Together, they form an unbreakable bond, becoming an unstoppable pitcher-catcher duo on and off the field.  But this movie is about much more than baseball. It’s about overcoming life’s challenges, embracing differences, and finding strength in unexpected places.

• Breaks down stigmas: The film shines a light on the realities of living with hearing loss, helping to normalize hearing technology and showing that it’s possible to thrive with the right support.

• Promotes inclusivity: Through characters like Lucas, Rally Caps encourages conversations about inclusivity and representation, especially for families and young people living with hearing loss.
  
  
• Champions mental health: Rally Caps also addresses important topics like mental health and bullying, making it a must-watch for families looking to engage in meaningful discussions.