Champions (2008):
Duo biao (original title)
PG | 1h 58min | Action | 13 November 2008 (Hong Kong)
Inspired by real events. When China announces that it will field its very first Olympics team,
which will include a handful of martial artists to demonstrate Wushu to the world for the very first time, millions across the country compete for the honor of representing their country in its national sport.
Rating: PG
Genre: Action & Adventure, Art House & International
Directed By: Siu Ming Tsui, Tsui Siu Ming
Written By: Sai-Keung Fong, Siuming Tsui, Lai-yin Leung, Fong Sai Keung
In Theaters: Nov 13, 2008 Wide
On Disc/Streaming: Dec 12, 2011
Runtime: 116 minutes
Studio: MMX Lions Gate Entertainment
Video:
Resolution:1280*556
Runtime:01:56:09
Languages: HINDI, CHINESE [AAC]
Subtitles: Eng (Soft).
Set in 1930s China, the film details the trials of a group of athletes who desire to compete in the Olympic Games. There’s a snag, however. The full amount required to send them abroad for the games is 600,000 dollars, and the government is only sponsoring half. It falls to the athletes to raise the rest themselves, and they start by saving every last penny they earn. They also attempt to raise the money through a variety of fund-raising activities, including street performances, networking for donations, and probably a bake sale, too. After deciding to fund their own way to the games, the athletes take to the streets to perform all manner of athletic demonstrations and martial arts moves in an energetic and impromptu street fair.