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We Are Throwers

Almost 80 years after initial boom, yoyos are no longer just a toy from a bygone era of our grandparents. For many it's a sport, for others it's an art form, while some consider it just a hobby. We Are Throwers is a documentary showcasing modern yoyoing and unique perspective on it by players from all around the world, as they travel, compete, perform and express themselves. Filmed in USA, Japan, Poland, Czech Republic and Iceland.

  • Piotr Smietana
    Director
  • Piotr Smietana
    Writer
  • Patrick Borgerding
    Writer
  • Andre Boulay
    Producer
  • Ernest Kahn
    Key Cast
  • Patrick Borgerding
    Key Cast
  • Sebastian Brock
    Key Cast
  • Dale Oliver
    Key Cast
  • Ryota Ogi
    Key Cast
  • Kengo Kido
    Key Cast
  • Ben Conde
    Key Cast
  • Ben McPhee
    Key Cast
  • Paul Escolar
    Key Cast
  • Tessa Piccillo
    Key Cast
  • Eric Bergmann
    Key Cast
  • Daniel Tamariz-Martel
    Key Cast
  • Michael Kurti
    Key Cast
  • Andrew Maider
    Key Cast
  • Steve Brown
    Key Cast
  • Project Type:
    Documentary
  • Runtime:
    58 minutes 34 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    July 29, 2017
  • Production Budget:
    10,000 USD
  • Country of Origin:
    Poland
  • Country of Filming:
    Czech Republic, Iceland, Japan, Poland, United States
  • Language:
    English, Japanese
  • Shooting Format:
    Sony A7S, 35mm
  • Aspect Ratio:
    16:9
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    Yes
  • Student Project:
    Yes
Distribution Information
  • Reelhouse
    Country: Worldwide
    Rights: Video on Demand
Director Biography - Piotr Smietana

Independent filmmaker from Poland, based in Cracow. Despite young age, he already filmed in various cities all over the world - including Japan, USA, Israel, Iceland, Czech Republic, Poland, Hungary, Arctic Circle. Constantly trying to push forward his skills.

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