The Bodybuilder and I

Best Canadian Documentary @ Hot Docs, Atlantic International Film ...

Documentary director Bryan Friedman is trying to get to know his long-estranged father. But it's not easy to connect with 59-year-old 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.

• Directed by:Bryan Friedman
• Written by: Bryan Friedman
• Produced by: January Films, Julia Rosenberg, Anita Lee, Tyler Levine
• Edited by: Seth Poulin
• Dir. of Photography: Alan Poon
• Cast: Bill Friedman, Bryan Friedman
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