Pumping Iron
In 1977 an award-winning* documentary movie shone a light on the world of bodybuilding and physical exercise, changing it forever.
Pumping Iron became a surprise hit, creating an international sensation, propelling Arnold Schwarzenegger into the mainstream and launching his multi-million dollar career.
Pumping Iron also marks the first documentary work of celebrated BAFTA nominee documentary filmmaker, George Butler.
The film takes us behind the scenes, focusing on embryonic movie star Schwarzenegger and his notable competitors Lou Ferrigno and Franco Columbu. The year is 1975; it’s the golden era of bodybuilding and Arnold is pumping iron to win his sixth straight Mr. Olympia title.
The workouts are crazy; motivational and entertaining and are interspersed with Arnold’s own unique thoughts, charm and personable humour.
Attaining ‘physical perfection’ is closely followed by a single minded determination to achieve his goal, and a talent for both psyching-out and outshining his opponents.
A must-have for both Schwarzenegger and bodybuilding fans, Pumping Iron includes never seen before Special Features; ‘Still Pumping’ – a retrospective featurette on the Pumping Iron phenomenon featuring an all-new interview with Arnold Schwarzenegger, plus ‘The Hard Science of Body Building’, a featurette on the world of professional bodybuilding.
Arnold Schwarzenegger may have gone on to achieve Hollywood movie stardom, but Pumping Iron shows him in one of his most memorable screen appearances – playing himself.
Pumping Iron is released on DVD 25th May
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