Doubles Match
(乒乓男孩)
Two young table tennis players go from friends to rivals in this lively sports drama
NORTH AMERICAN PREMIERE
Taiwan | Drama | 2024 | 112 minutes
In Mandarin w/Chinese and English Subtitles
Director: Hung Po-hao
Screenwriters: Yu Wen-hsing
Starring: Benjamin Peng, Lucas Lee, Vivian Hsu, Rexen Cheng, Shih Ming-shuai
Film Source: Rise Pictures Co.
SYNOPSIS:
Guan-yu and his best friend Huang Xuan dream of making the national team for table tennis. But when their coach leaves for greener pastures, Huang Xuan is sent to a school in the city for better opportunities. Without his best friend and doubles partner, Guan-yu falls into a slump.
In sports, the road to greatness is never straight. This lively youth sports drama traces the obstacles that face young athletes on and off the court, as well as the dedication needed to overcome them. More importantly, this sports drama offers insightful lessons about the importance of friendship and passion.
Screening Date:
Sunday, March 23, 2025
2:00 p.m.
Doors open 30 minutes before screening.
Location:
Illinois Institute of Technology Michael Paul Galvin Tower
(Schulz Auditorium)
10 West 35th Street
Chicago, IL 60616
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