Skipping Rope

Skipping Rope

2022 · 20 min · Family, TV Movie

Chasing after siblings in the rhythm of skipping ropes brings both joy and bittersweet moments in the journey of growing up. XiaoJei is a copy cat, who yearns for the life her sister leads: a vibrant rope skipping team, trendy shoes, a close circle of friends, and the affectionate gaze of their parents. To enter her sister’s world, she must match her lightning-fast jump roping. As XioaJei fixates on being able to compete with her sister, she discovers that dedication and unyielding practice are the only means to keep pace. Source:TAICCA

Directed by Meryl Wu

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