NOTES FROM THE FILMMAKERS
Synopsis
As a professional bodybuilder for 30 years, Jim won many major titles including Mr. America, Mr. USA, and Mr. International. In 1996, Jim won the Mr. Olympia Master’s at age 61 as a vegetarian.
In 2000, Jim became a vegan for health and ethical reasons.
This short documentary explores Jim’s amazing story and his fascinating thoughts on life, aging, and personal fulfillment.
The film was shot mostly on a Panasonic GH2 with 14-140mm lens, Voitlander 25mm lens, and 12-35mm lens and is featured at:
Jim Morris: Lifelong Fitness was a 2014 Slamdance Film Festival official selection and has been screened at festivals all over the world.
- 2014 Slamdance Film Festival official selection
- 2014 Columbus International Film Festival (honorable mention)
- 2014 Utopia Film Festival
- 2014 Missouri Film Festival
- 2014 Awareness Film Festival
- 2014 Action on Film Festival
- 2014 Mostra Animal Film Festival
- 2015 Animal Film Festival
About the Filmmakers
Jim Morris: Lifelong Fitness – The Story of a 78-Year Old Vegan BodyBuilder was directed by Ryan Vance. Find out more about Jim Morris on their Facebook page.
Critic Reviews
“Today, the 78-year-old Morris is celebrated as one of the most prominent and inspiring vegan athletes. While he is no longer a competitive bodybuilder – his last title victory was the Over 60 category in the 1996 Mr. Olympia Masters tournament – he is still active as a trainer and as a motivational force of positive energy. Overcoming ageism and racism, not to mention homophobia, Morris continues to embody the concept of the indefatigable spirit. While this short documentary does a fine job in encapsulating Morris’ experiences, it is easy to rue that Vance did not expand this into a feature-length film. This is a great life story and it certainly deserves to be shared with as many people as possible.” – Film Threat. Jim Morris: Lifelong Fitness Review. 19 January 2014
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