CompleteMartialArts.com - Dedication
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List Price: $9.99
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Manufacturer: 1 thirty 7 films
Directed By: Brandon Fleszar
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Audience Rating: NR (Not Rated)
Binding: DVD
EAN: 0094922116628
Feature: An in-depth look at the culture and training of the Chinese Olympic Tae Kwon Do Team.
Format: Color
Label: 1 thirty 7 films
Manufacturer: 1 thirty 7 films
Publication Date: 2008
Publisher: 1 thirty 7 films
Region Code: 1
Studio: 1 thirty 7 films
Theatrical Release Date: 2008
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Features
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An in-depth look at the culture and training of the Chinese Olympic Tae Kwon Do Team.
A feel-good documentary that's been accepted to the 2008 Swansea Life International Film Festival & 2008 West Hollywood International Film Festival.
Interviews with 2-time Olympic Gold Medalist Chen Zhong and Olympic Gold Medalist Lui Wei. As well as interviews with the Chinese Olympic Coaches and Master Dae Sung Lee, who introduced Tae Kwon Do to china in 1989.
Bonus Materials: Filmmaker Bios, Behind-the-scenes featurette & Location stills slideshow.
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Editorial Reviews:
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Do you ever find yourself tired of all the negativity on television? It can be so depressing. Constant political He said/She said bickering, Global Warming, Gas Prices. According to the News, there isnt anything positive happening in the world.
This uplifting and inspiring documentary battles todays negative media, reminding us what were capable of, if only we set our minds to it. Dedication is an eye opening film that re-introduces us to the notion that everyone is capable of great things if you are willing to sacrifice and work hard for it.
Dedication centers on the 2008 Beijing Olympics. What does it take to represent your country and compete to the best in the world? In the middle of one of Chinas coldest winters, Beijing and the Olympic athletes prepare for the Summer Games. With this winter backdrop, Dedication takes us on a journey through Chinas history and culture, so we can better understand why it is their athletes are sacrificing everything to represent their people and traditions.
The Chinese Womans Tae Kwon Do team has dominated the sport since its debut in the 2000 Olympics. With footage of their training and exclusive interviews, we discover the phenomenons Luo Wei and Chen Zhong; winning an Olympic gold medal 5 years after first learning the sport. It is only through the highest level of perseverance and determination can such an amazing feat be accomplished.
The DVD includes Bonus Features: Filmmaker Bios, Location Stills Slideshow and Behind-the-scenes Featurette. Get to know the 3 filmmakers who set out to show there is good in this world.
Official selection of the 2008 Swansea Life Film Festival and the 2008 West Hollywood Film Festival.
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Customer Rating:
Summary: Dedication - A Beautiful And Inspiring Film
Comment: This film is beautiful and inspiring. It's magnificently told and visually stunning. I recommend it to anyone aspiring to lead an extraordinary life.
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