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The Bodybuilder and I
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Documentary
Overview
A heartwarming and comedic look at a unique father and son relationship. Documentary director Bryan Friedman reunites with his long-estranged bodybuilding father, 59-year-old "Grandmaster" Bill Friedman, as he pumps iron, tans, and watches his weight - all in preparation for a final shot at winning back the senior bodybuilding title he once held.
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Runtime
90 min
Release Date
2007-01-01
Status
Released
Original Language
English
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Bill Friedman
Self
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