Step Back to Glory
A true story of the unrelenting endurance and perseverance of a group of passionate teenage girls, in a film that firmly grasps audiences and tugs at the heartstrings with an emotionally charged story of tug-of-war, “Step Back to Glory”, stands out from all of the other Cinderella-story movies in its faithful portrayal of a real-life event. The film, directed by Zhang Bo-rui, tells the story of a group of young teenage girls from the Jingmei Girls High School tug-of-war team and their arduous journey from failure to success.
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📋 Film Details
| Original Title | 志氣 |
| Year | 2013 |
| Country | Taiwan |
| Genre | Drama, Action |
| Director | Ray Chang Bai-Yui |
| Runtime | 125 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 5.8/10 (10 votes) |
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The director constructs the narrative around the visceral physicality of the sport, contrasting the girls' youth with the grueling demands of tug-of-war. It relies on the true story's integrity, exploring themes of collective perseverance and social mobility through sheer, synchronized effort.
What lingers after the final pull is a profound respect for the discipline and sacrifice behind any glory. The film is a testament to the idea that victory is earned not by talent alone, but by shared resolve. — MovieFinder Editorial
Director: Ray Chang Bai-Yui
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Watch with a group to feel the collective spirit. Perfect for an inspiring movie night.
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