... Clearly you don't achieve all that without having something a little special, and Pumping Iron gives us an insight into this.
It's 1975 and Arnold Schwarzenegger is preparing to defend his Mr Olympia title for the sixth time in a row. He's been king of the hill for the last five years, ... Read review
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ordering.In 1977 an independant documentary movie shone a light on the world of bodybuilding becoming a huge box office hit and creating an international sensation. It launched one man's multi-million dollar career and changed the world of bodybuilding and physical exercise forever: PUMPING IRON. Starring five time Mr. Olympia Arnold Schwarzenegger the movie followed the 28-year old bodybuilder as he competed for his 6th title.
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becoming a huge box office hit and creating an international sensation. It launched one man's multi-million dollar career and changed the world of bodybuilding and physical exercise forever: Pumping Iron.
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Advantages: Great insights, highly motivating Disadvantages: Some elements were staged
...something a little special, and Pumping Iron gives us an insight into this.
It's 1975 and Arnold Schwarzenegger is preparing to defend his Mr Olympia title for the sixth time in a row. He's been king of the hill for the last five years, but now there's new competition in the shape of Lou Ferrigno - a massive 6'5" bodybuilder who is younger, bigger and hungry for success. The documentary charts their preparations in the run-up ... ...surrounding what exactly in this film is real, but that shouldn't distract from the fact that this is an extremely engaging and insightful work. For anyone interested in boybuilding as a sport, or even some of the colourful personalities associated with it, Pumping Iron is the film for you. ... more
All things considered, Arnold Schwarzenegger has had an interesting life. He arrived in America with almost no money and barely able to speak a word of English, then through sheer hard work and determination went on to win bodybuilding's biggest title a record-breaking seven times, became arguably the greatest action movie star of all time and got elected as the governor of California. Clearly you don't achieve all that without having something a little special, and Pumping Iron gives us an insight into this.
It's 1975 and Arnold Schwarzenegger is preparing to defend his Mr Olympia title for the sixth time in a row. He's been king of the hill for the last five years, but now there's new competition in the shape of Lou Ferrigno - a massive 6'5" bodybuilder who is younger, bigger and hungry for success. The documentary charts their preparations in the run-up to the Mr Olympia contest to be held in Pretoria, South Africa. Along the way, it provides an insight into both men's characters, their personalities and the events that drove them to take up bodybuilding.
The two men couldn't be more different. Ferrigno is quiet, reserved and soft spoken, training mostly with his father in a basement gym, while reigning champion Schwarzenegger is brash, arrogant and charismatic.
The fascinating thing about this movie is the insight it provides into the psychology behind what is for the most part quite a misunderstood sport. Bodybuilding is as much a battle of egos as muscles. In a competition early in the film, one bodybuilder hides another man's clothes and training gear just before he goes on stage, distracting him and breaking his focus, and ultimately causing him to lose.
Likewise, in the run up to the big showdown in Pretoria, Schwarzenegger starts playing mind games with the younger and more impressionable Ferrigno, gradually eroding his confidence. In another telling interview, Schwarzenegger admits that if he finds another competitor who looks like he might be a threat, he'll make sure he spends lots of time with him the night before the competition and basically talk him into losing.
Schwarzenegger is very much portrayed as the villain of this movie, using various underhand ploys to keep Ferrigno from winning. And yet his focus, determination to win and sheer charisma are obvious even at this early stage of his career, and it's easy to see why he went on to greater things.
Yes, some aspects of the documentary were added or re-edited to heighten the drama, and there has been considerable controversy surrounding what exactly in this film is real, but that shouldn't distract from the fact that this is an extremely engaging and insightful work. For anyone interested in boybuilding as a sport, or even some of the colourful personalities associated with it, Pumping Iron is the film for you.
Advantages: wonderful insight into the world of professional bodybuilding Disadvantages: might leave you disturbed
...part was when he compared pumping iron to that of "cumming in a beautiful woman." yes whatever takes your fancy.
Directed by George Butler, whom i also havent heard of, the film focuses on arnie's attempts to win the mr olympia title for the 6th time in sucession, which he managed easily. The film also has interviews with Lou Ferrigno, the man who arnie beats in the 1975 mr olympia competition, who is then asked to be the hulk. The film is pretty ... ...woman was the feeling of pumping iron, he has deicded that no, coming in a woman is actually better (obviously), this isnt a film for all so if you like this type of stuff then i definitely recommend it plus also if you pause the VHS at exactly 48minutes and 53 seconds you can see arnie's wang in the bottom left corner! hehehe
The film is approximately 85 minutes long, shot in colour, and was filmed in the USA. ...
Anonymousguest 30.06.2004
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Advantages: An interesting and eye-opening look into the world of bodybuilding. Disadvantages: None really.
...'Raw Iron: The Making Of Pumping Iron' with exclusive outtakes and a reunion of the original bodybuilders.
> Interview with Arnold Schwarzenegger.
> Arnold Schwarzenegger - a pictorial biography.
> Interactive Menu.
> Chapter Selection.
Film Duration: 85 minutes.
Screen: Fullscreen 4:3
Audio: English - Dolby Digital 5.1 Subtitles: Arabic, Danish, Dutch, English, Finnish, French, Romanian, Swedish. ...
filmfreak2005 11.08.2005
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Advantages: Great footage, interviews and inspiring! Disadvantages: None whatsoever!
Possibly the most motivating documentary you will ever watch whether you are a fan of bodybuilding or not! Watching this gives you a feeling that you can achieve anything you want! If you are are fan of the Iron sport then this is essential viewing.
For most who thought Arnie was just an overpayed 'bad' hollywood actor, think again..This is self made success from humble beginnings at it's highest level!
Awe inspiring footage of his training and ... ...the people in it. If ever you need inspiration to get off your a** and sweat off a few calories...then this DVD will have you running for your gym bag!
The additional footage on this DVD is also great to watch, in particular seeing what the cast are up to now and letting you into all the 'behind the scenes shennanigans' they got up to...if you haven't seen it yet you are missing an absolute classic of it's time.
Apart from anything else, i don't ...
browny78 17.08.2007
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Advantages: Gives Inside look at the Under ground world of body building. Disadvantages: VHS
Set In the Mid 70's,Talk a walk with Arnold,Louie,Mike Kats and Ken Waller as They Prepare for The MR.Universe And MR.Olympia.See how the icons Of bodybuilding trained,lived and breathed the sport.
See the inside of a sub-culture and balls to the wall training and some catch phrases,Like "Two more no matter what!" And hear Arnold Compares working out and getting a pump to having sex with a woman and coming.Tight pants,side burns and Big men all ...
Big_D_May 05.02.2003
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The film which made it's debut at the Canne Film Festival in 1977. This documentary looks at the world of body building as a group of contestants prepare for the Mr Olympia and Mr Universe competitions.
Release details
DVD Region
DVD
Studio(s)
WARNER HOME VIDEO; CINRAM LOGISTICS
Release date
19/01/2004
No of Discs
1
Catalogue No
D 025251
Barcode
7321900252515
Languages
Main Language
English
Subtitle Language
Arabic, Danish, Dutch, English, Finnish, French, Romanian, Swedish
Technical information
Special Features
Iron And Beyond, Raw Iron, Iron Insights, Arnold Schwarzenegger Video Biography
Aspect Ratio
4:3
Sound
Dolby Digital 5.1
Dubbing Sound
Dolby Digital 5.1
DVD Description
This bodybuilding documentary from 1977 charts a 28 year old Arnold Schwarzenegger's attempt to be hailed Mr Olympia for an incredible sixth time. A big box-office success, PUMPING IRON inspired scores of men (and women) to look at their own bodies and in some way emulate Arnold's incredible physique and the determination and committment it requires to maintain it. The movie also, in no small part, was the spring-board that launched him into a hugely successful career in acting. Also featuring TV's original INCREDIBLE HULK star Lou Ferrigno.
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