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Pumping Iron

This documentary focuses on amateur and professional bodybuilders as they prepare to compete in the Mr. Olympia 1975 contests. It is filmed in part at Gold’s Gym, Venice Beach, California. Arnold Schwarzenegger is the five-time Mr. Olympia champion. He faces Serge Nubret, and Lou Ferrigno (the young, deaf), whose father is the coach. The ruthless champ motivates the young lion. Franco Columbu, Sardinian from Sardinia competes in lightweight; at home in Italy, Lou Ferrigno solves tight parking problems by moving the car. Joe Weider, the marketer. Mike Katz and Ken Waller vie for Mr. Universe. The mainstream is bodybuilding and the celebrity-to be. –Nick Riganas