The Iron Hammer
6.4
In this personal and rousing documentary, Joan Chen charts the inspiring life and career of “Jenny” Lang Ping, a fearless and independent Olympic athlete who propels China to international prominence in volleyball. On the court, her most effective weapon is her lethal spike, hence her titular nickname, while her leadership skills and calm demeanor solidify her unique status as the first player and coach to win multiple World Championships and Olympic gold. Chen, in her documentary feature debut, skillfully combines thrilling excerpts from championship games, intimate conversations with Lang Ping, her colleagues, and players to craft an entertaining and multi-dimensional portrait of this groundbreaking athlete who transformed women’s volleyball.
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Joan Chen Director · Jon Weinbach Writer Jan Lee Writer
United States release June 7, 2020 · Produced in China, United States · Languages Chinese, English
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Mandalay Sports Media
Production
The Kennedy/Marshall Company
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China · United States
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Original language
English
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Chinese · English
Release dates
United States · June 7, 2020
Digital · We Are One: A Global Film Festival
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