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Ping Pong (2002)
Director: Fumihiko Sori
Cast: Yosuke Kubozuka, Arata Iura, Sam Lee, Shido Nakamura
Runtime114 min
RatingPG
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As children, the introverted Smile was being bullied by a gang of kids until the brash Peco comes by and chases all of them them away. Peco then takes Smile under his wings and teaches him how to play the game of ping pong. From there a life long best friend relationship comes into existence between these two polar opposite kids.
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Ping Pong (2002), directed by Fumihiko Sori, is a critically acclaimed comedy-drama film that follows the lifelong friendship between two boys bonded by their shared love of ping pong. The film has received positive reviews, with critics praising its heartwarming story and the strong performances of its young leads. Ping Pong has not received any major awards, but its IMDb rating of 7.8/10 and Rotten Tomatoes score of 85% indicate that it has resonated well with audiences.
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Fans of character-driven sports dramas will particularly appreciate the 2002 film Ping Pong, directed by Fumihiko Sori. With its blend of humor and heartfelt drama, the film offers a unique and uplifting take on the classic underdog story, showcasing the powerful friendship between the introverted Smile and brash Peco as they navigate the world of competitive table tennis.
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Ping Pong is a 2002 Japanese sports film directed by Fumihiko Sori, and starring Yōsuke Kubozuka, Arata Iura, Nakamura Shidō II, and Sam Lee. It is based on Taiyō Matsumoto's manga series of the same name and is about the friendship between two high school table tennis players.
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