The Year of the Yao

2004, Documentary, 1h 27m

33 Reviews 1,000+ Ratings

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This sports bio documentary is given a few fresh angles, including culture clash issues, and the friendship that develops between Yao and his interpreter. Read critic reviews

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This documentary chronicles Yao Ming's first year of playing in the National Basketball Association. When Ming signs with the Houston Rockets, he becomes the first player from China to play in the NBA, a feat that makes him immensely popular in his homeland. However, the style of play in the league is vastly different from that in China, and Yao initially struggles. As he becomes more familiar with his teammates and the American culture, however, Yao starts to excel on the court.

Cast & Crew

Adam Del Deo
Director
James D. Stern
Director
Christopher C. Chen
Co-Producer
Adam Del Deo
Producer
Bill Duffy
Executive Producer
Paul J. Hirschheimer
Co-Producer
Adam Silver
Executive Producer
James D. Stern
Producer
Larry Weitzman
Co-Executive Producer
Gregg Winik
Executive Producer
James L. Venable
Original Music
Michael Winik
Cinematographer
Peter Winik
Cinematographer
Michael Tolajian
Film Editor
Jeff Werner
Film Editor
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