Monday, July 07, 2008

Must see movies(8)


This 1977 documentary style film, beautifully captures the less appreciated sport of Bodybuilding. If nothing else, it is worth seeing for the muscles alone, which is surely to embarrass and inspire today's slothful and indolent population. Arnold Schwarzenegger is the cynosure of all eyes in the movie. We see "muscles" building up real time, as the movie gradually unfolds with the realization of the hard work and perseverance the bodybuilders have to put up with, as a part of their daily routine. It is mind-boggling to see these bodybuilders cooking themselves up to create sinewy delicacies. Bodybuilders, though from different backgrounds, having different emotional aspects and different driving forces, they all share the love and passion for being the best when it comes to bodybuilding.The charisma of Arnold and narration of the story bolsters the movie. Arnold's whole take on bodybuilding is highly informative, inspiring and at times prankish. The jocose rivalry between Arnold and Louis Ferrigno is shown in a very intense yet entertaining manner. Mike Katz and Franco create a great impact in their short screen time. It is a great movie and is sure to invigorate your sleepy muscles.