Late Life: The Chien-Ming Wang Story (2018)
The first and only Taiwanese player for the New York Yankees, Chien-Ming Wang held many titles: American League Wins Leader, World Series Champion, Olympian, Time 100 Most Influential, and The Pride of Taiwan. He had it all - until a 2008 injury forever altered the course of his career. Late Life: The Chien-Ming Wang Story - named after the late sinking action on his signature pitch - follows the rise and fall of the international icon as he fights his way back into the Major Leagues through endless rehab programs and lengthy stints away from home, carrying the weight of the world on his battered shoulder. A poignant and intimate account of Wang’s steadfast quest, Late Life tells the story of a man who is unwilling to give up and unable to let go.
Cast
- Chien-ming Wang - Himself
- Neil Allen - Himself
- Brian Cashman - Himself
- Randy Sullivan - Himself
Screenplay
- Hui-Chuan Chan
- Wen-Hao Winston Chou (Writers' Production)
Keywords
sports, baseball, comeback, taiwan, taiwanese, east asian lead
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Late Life: The Chien-Ming Wang Story about?
- The first and only Taiwanese player for the New York Yankees, Chien-Ming Wang held many titles: American League Wins Leader, World Series Champion, Olympian, Time 100 Most Influential, and The Pride of Taiwan. He had it all - until a 2008 injury forever altered the course of his career. Late Life: The Chien-Ming Wang Story - named after the late sinking action on his signature pitch - follows the rise and fall of the international icon as he fights his way back into the Major Leagues through endless rehab programs and lengthy stints away from home, carrying the weight of the world on his battered shoulder. A poignant and intimate account of Wang’s steadfast quest, Late Life tells the story of a man who is unwilling to give up and unable to let go.
- Who directed Late Life: The Chien-Ming Wang Story?
- Late Life: The Chien-Ming Wang Story was directed by Frank W Chen.
- Who stars in Late Life: The Chien-Ming Wang Story?
- Late Life: The Chien-Ming Wang Story stars Chien-ming Wang, Neil Allen, Brian Cashman, Randy Sullivan.
- How long is Late Life: The Chien-Ming Wang Story?
- Late Life: The Chien-Ming Wang Story has a runtime of 1h 37m (97 minutes).
- What genre is Late Life: The Chien-Ming Wang Story?
- Late Life: The Chien-Ming Wang Story is a Documentary film.
- Where was Late Life: The Chien-Ming Wang Story produced?
- Late Life: The Chien-Ming Wang Story was produced in Taiwan, United States of America.