Pumping Iron

1977·Movie

1h 26min

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Not available to stream in (flatrate)

About

Amateur and professional bodybuilders prepare for the 1975 Mr. Olympia and Mr. Universe contests as five-time champion Arnold Schwarzenegger defends his Mr. Olympia title against Serge Nubret and the shy young Lou Ferrigno.

DNA

Genres: Sports Drama
Mood: InformativeIntrospectiveGrittyInspirationalCompetitive
Themes: Self-DisciplineThe Human BodyCompetitive Spirit
Plot: Training MontageAthletic CompetitionPhysical TransformationChampion's JourneyRivalryPersonal Sacrifices
Pacing: ModerateBuilding Suspense
Narrative: Episodic StructureFlashbacks
Dialog: MonologuesMotivational Speeches
Character Types: RivalChampionTrainer
Time: 1970s
Place: Competition VenueGymnasium
Cinematic Style: Handheld Camera WorkDocumentary Style
Costume and Set: Athletic GearCompetition Stage

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Crew

Directed by:

George Butler, Robert Fiore, Robert Fiore

Written by:

Charles Gaines, George Butler

Produced by:

George Butler, Jerome Gary

Cast

Arnold Schwarzenegger

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Lou Ferrigno

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Franco Columbu

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Roger Callard

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Bud Cort

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Jimmy Williams

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Roger Walker

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