Strong!
"Lift like a Girl."
Originally released in 2012. Strong! is a documentary film. directed by Julie Wyman. At just 76 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring J.S. Gilbert and Cheryl Haworth
Synopsis
By 15 she was an American national champion. By 17 she was competing in the Olympics. A formidable figure at five feet, eight inches tall and weighing over 300 pounds, Cheryl Haworth made history in Sydney, Australia in 2000 when she became the youngest athlete to win an Olympic weightlifting medal. Strong!, directed by Julie Wyman, follows Haworth as she struggles to defend her champion status even as her career inches toward its inevitable end. From the highs of her spectacular rise to the lows of battling injuries, Strong! explores the challenges this unusual elite athlete faces: coming to terms with a body that is celebrated within her sport but shunned by mainstream culture. In presenting Haworth’s story, Strong! follows the path of a gender pioneer in an unconventional sport, and makes us question stereotypical notions of health, size, and fitness.
Quick Facts
Release Date
July 18, 2012
13 years ago
Runtime
1h 16m
76 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Strong! about?
By 15 she was an American national champion. By 17 she was competing in the Olympics. A formidable figure at five feet, eight inches tall and weighing over 300 pounds, Cheryl Haworth made history i...
Who directed Strong!?
Strong! was directed by Julie Wyman.
How long is Strong!?
Strong! has a runtime of 1 hours and 16 minutes (76 minutes total).
When was Strong! released?
Strong! was released on July 18, 2012 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Strong!?
The main cast of Strong! includes J.S. Gilbert, Cheryl Haworth.