WONDER BOY
Adam, a young man with severe cerebral palsy, defies all odds as he strives to pursue his dream of becoming a bodybuilder and participating in the Swedish Championships. The film not only depicts Adam's physical journey towards the Championships but also his inner journey from isolation and loneliness, to community and friendship, and ultimately a more meaningful life as a fitness influencer.
Credits
Director: Gustav Olsson
Producer: Kerstin Übelacker
Editor: Kristoffer Elfström
Dramaturg: Erik Bäfving
DOP: Oscar Asplind
Composer: Ronald Heu
Illustrator: Lisa Rydberg
Animator: Lars Henrik Andersson
Status
In pre-production
Format
Documentary, 72 + 58 min
Financiers
Swedish Filminstitute, Film i Skåne, SVT, Konstnärsnämnden, Längmanska stiftelsen, Malmö stad, Boost Hbg