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My favourite part of the movie is where Lang Ping was choosing the new players from the pools of players in the regional teams, other sports, etc. All talented people need a Bo Le, which is a Chinese saying to mean someone who recognises one's talent. The film abundantly shows the skill and strategy of Lang Ping as a coach, not to mention her dominating spirit both as a player and a coach. Kudos to Gong Li and to the director for capturing the raw emotions of the non-professional actors (real volleyball players!) (additional words to make the word count required to submit a review asdfjlgskjfa;lfj)

Amazing movie that really showcases the grit and determination of a beloved national sports hero. It's Ana amazing story and an amazing movie made so because it's a true story. Definitely one to watch, you won't regret it.

As usual, it's not for humanity but for a nationalism pride. It'd be a normal movie if it's about a school team, a special group, or any leagues. However, it's a state-supported exertion without considering budget, any pains, sacrifice of families, and/or personal traumas afterwards. Different from other China pride genus, though, this movie subtly used a lot of tricks to hide its real purposes instead of directly speaking loud of the patriotism, by copying some know-hows from western counterparts seeing from similar ones like "The Way Back", etc.

It took a lot of research to re-enact the 1980's training ground. The games, Bai Lang's acting, the volleyball players ex and current all acted well. But perhaps it is difficult to portrait coach Lang Ping. Even without her professional ball skills and built, her charisma and focus is hard to duplicate. Gong can only try stare hard but well attempts. Her hair styling is also a joke. If Chen Kexin is willing to cast wife Wu Junru as lead. I am sure Wu will study Lang Ping's character well. Next to nothing, Gong Li is the only middle age known actress in China. Just wondering if Wu or Michelle Yeoh could have done a better job. Or if coach Lang Ping could act as her older self. Touching movie, great scene setup, great movie angle n wonderful cast.

This was a wonderful sports movie for anybody who appreciates volleyball or appreciate sports in general. This was quite an excellent film, granted it was sponsored by the CCP and it was very obvious that it was a patriotic film about the greatness of China, but from a purely objective point of view who can argue with what China has achieved in the past 30 years? Toxic government or not. As an non partisan American I can stand back and appreciate what they've done and for me this movie was more about characters and strategy and individuals, than it was about the state. This film was very good, it packed a lot of emotion and the magnificent Gong Li was her amazing self. What a presence she is. The entire cast was great, I recommend this film. Uplifting for sure.

Deserve higher rating and perfectly directed and portrayed by talented actors and professional athletes. Highly recommended for all to watch. But for a Chinese, it's simply a must as it presents an era and national spirit!