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Ping Pong

Year 2012
Runtime 80 mins
Language English
Alberta Premiere
Director Hugh Hartford is scheduled to attendWhat do pec dances, nursing homes and trophies have in common? Ping Pong has the answer in a joyful examination of the crossover between age and sport. Following eight competitive athletes on their route to the Over 80s Table Tennis World Championship, Ping Pong explores the hilarious, awe-inspiring and fiercely competitive journey of seniors sports’ elite. Visiting five countries (and several family photo albums), director Hugh Hartford joins a diverse group of competitors as they train, play and share their love of the game. With backgrounds and motivations as varied as their strategies, the players face off in Inner Mongolia, proving that competitive spirit has no age limit. Featuring stories from players as old as 100, Ping Pong serves up a heartwarming and fun documentary for all.

Countries

United Kingdom
Festivals
Hot Docs 2012
Director
Hugh Hartford
Executive Producer
Beadie Finzi, Maxyne Franklin
Producer
Anson Hartford
Screenwriter
Anson Hartford, Hugh Hartford
Cinematographer
Anson Hartford
Editor
Mark Atkins, John Mister
Music
Orlando Roberton