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THE DIAMOND KING offers an intimate portrait of Dick Perez, the longtime official artist of The National Baseball Hall of Fame and creator of the iconic Diamond Kings card series. Director Marq Evans crafts more than just an artist biography—the documentary weaves together baseball history, memorabilia culture, and the immigrant experience through Perez's remarkable journey. With John Ortiz's engaging on-screen narration written by Joe Posnanski, the film celebrates how Perez's vibrant artwork has brought baseball legends to life for generations of fans, connecting classical art traditions with America's pastime. A must-see for anyone who appreciates baseball, art, or the cultural threads that bind them together.
OPENING WEEK GIVEAWAYS!
To celebrate the film’s release, send proof of purchase or rental to proof@thediamondkingmovie.com to receive a link to download jpgs of the complete collection of Dick Perez Diamond Kings created from 1982-1996. That’s 405 Diamond Kings, scanned from Dick’s collection, delivered to your inbox! The proof of purchase can be a simple screenshot confirming the transaction, but it must be sent as an attachment.
Those who purchase the film will receive the Diamond Kings link, plus be automatically entered into giveaways for limited edition prints of Dick Perez’s art ($275 value), and complete boxed sets ($300 value per box, 15 sets available) of the jumbo baseball cards featuring autographs of Dick Perez and the film’s narrator, John Ortiz.
Giveaways will run to celebrate opening week, from April 25-May 2, 2025.
Winners will be notified by email.
