The Champion of the World (2019)

¿Qué queda después de la gloria?

The Champion of the World (2019) poster

Ten years after winning a world title in bodybuilding in Russia and becoming a star of said discipline in Mexico, Antonio Osta (43) leads a life of austerity in the Uruguayan rural town where he grew up. He resides there with his son Juanjo (17), a sensitive teenager who keeps him company and confronts him openly. Suffering from acute kidney disease which keeps him from competing professionally, Antonio is stuck in limbo, halfway between his glorious past and the impossibility of being who he once was. However, he is unwilling to give up his lifestyle, even if it kills him. In an attempt to reinvent himself, and seeking a better future for his son, Antonio plans a comeback to the Mexico bodybuilding scene, where he may relive his glory days.

Director: Guillermo Madeiro, Federico Borgia
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 79 min
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Cast

Cinematography: Ramiro González Pampillon
Editing: Juan Ignacio Fernández Hoppe, Federico Borgia
Production: Montelona Cine
Country: Uruguay
Language: Español
Budget: $150,000
Original Language: es

Keywords

bodybuilding, uruguay, documentary filmmaking, father and child

Trailer

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More Films by Director: Guillermo Madeiro, Federico Borgia
More Films in Genre: Documentary

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Champion of the World about?
Ten years after winning a world title in bodybuilding in Russia and becoming a star of said discipline in Mexico, Antonio Osta (43) leads a life of austerity in the Uruguayan rural town where he grew up. He resides there with his son Juanjo (17), a sensitive teenager who keeps him company and confronts him openly. Suffering from acute kidney disease which keeps him from competing professionally, Antonio is stuck in limbo, halfway between his glorious past and the impossibility of being who he once was. However, he is unwilling to give up his lifestyle, even if it kills him. In an attempt to reinvent himself, and seeking a better future for his son, Antonio plans a comeback to the Mexico bodybuilding scene, where he may relive his glory days.
Who directed The Champion of the World?
The Champion of the World was directed by Guillermo Madeiro, Federico Borgia.
Who stars in The Champion of the World?
The Champion of the World stars Antonio Osta, Juanjo Osta.
How long is The Champion of the World?
The Champion of the World has a runtime of 1h 19m (79 minutes).
What genre is The Champion of the World?
The Champion of the World is a Documentary film.
What is the budget of The Champion of the World?
The Champion of the World had a budget of $150,000.
Where was The Champion of the World produced?
The Champion of the World was produced in Uruguay.