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Doubletime is a documentary about modern jump roping and Double Dutch, focusing on two teams: the Bouncing Bulldogs from a suburban area and the Double Dutch Forces from an inner-city background. The film captures their training and preparation to compete against each other for the first time, highlighting the cultural and social differences between the teams.
The documentary features key figures such as Ray Fredrick, the coach of the Bouncing Bulldogs, and Joy Holman, the coach of the Double Dutch Forces. It also includes members from both teams, showcasing their dedication and teamwork as they strive for success in the competitive world of jump roping.
Why Watch
- •Meet Ray Fredrick, coach of the Bouncing Bulldogs.
- •See the cultural clash between two unique teams.
- •Find out who wins the first competition.
Did You Know
•The film won the Best Documentary award at the Seattle Film Festival.
•Doubletime was recognized as the Best Sports Documentary by Newsday in 2007.
•The film has a runtime of 80 minutes.
•David Walker is the founder of the American Double Dutch League.
Perfect For
Sports enthusiastsJump rope fansDocumentary lovers