A DOCUMENTARY FEATURE FILM–
From Tequila Mockingbird Productions, in association with Generation Iron and Vladar Productions, chronicling the life and career accomplishments of legendary bodybuilder Tony Pearson.
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Tony Pearson was once called the “Michael Jackson of Bodybuilding” due to his appearance and incredible posing routines. He became an icon that helped define professional bodybuilding in the 1980s.
Now Tony enters his final competition at the age of 63 while also recalling the harrowing child abuse that led to his inner, and ultimately outer, strength. Driven shows how a person can rise above their situation and be stronger physically, mentally and spiritually… simply by picking up a weight.
EARLY LIFE AND PASSION FOR BODYBUILDING
Tony Pearson’s childhood is one of struggle and strife. Being raised by his Aunt in extreme poverty – he was forced to pick cotton and lived in constant fear of abuse. The gym ultimately became his escape from the fear – and one of the few examples of having freedom in his life. His journey into bodybuilding began during his teenage years when he discovered a passion for strength training and muscle building in the gym. Inspired by the physiques of renowned bodybuilders of his time, Tony set his sights on becoming a professional bodybuilder himself.