Yao Ming, a 7ft 6in Chinese basketball phenom, overcomes cultural and language barriers, representing China's 1.2 billion people, and facing Shaquille O'Neal, the NBA's dominant player. He finds friendship and support in his American translator, strength in traditional Chinese values, and confidence in his abilities, becoming a global hero.
The Year of the Yao
A documentary follows the remarkable story of a Chinese hero who overcomes language barriers to achieve success in America, showcasing his kind and charming personality along the way.
