Irma

NEW DOCS

Kick-ass archival footage and the performance of a song punctuate this short day-in-the-life study of former world champion of professional women’s wrestling, Irma Gonzalez. Shot in Mexico City, the film is a tender portrait of the multi-talented luchadora and an unusual meditation on athleticism and aging. The filmmaker surprises us with the contrast between apparent physical limitations and actual competitive strength.  NK

Director

Charles Fairbanks

Producer

Charles Fairbanks

Editor

Charles Fairbanks

Cinematographer

Charles Fairbanks

Release Year

2010

Festival Year

2011

Country

Mexico, United States

Run Time

12 minutes