RECENT FILMS
THE RISE AND FALL OF THE SANDOW INSTITUTE
In 1897, bodybuilder Eugen Sandow launched a chain of high class gyms across Britain. Within a decade, they'd taken the country by storm, introducing the British upper class to the world of health clubs. Yet, their epic rise was followed by a drastic downfall, caused by malpractice, salacious rumours, and war. In this film I uncover just how things played out.
THE WORLD’S FIRST BODYBUILDING SHOW
From setting the foundations for competitive bodybuilding, to the birth of the iconic Sandow Trophy, the 1901 Great Competition, hosted by Eugen Sandow has been a signature part of bodybuilding's history for over a century. Yet, the full story of how the competition came to be has rarely been explored. In this film I dive into the real story behind the competition, and how it shaped bodybuilding as we know it today!