George Butler

George Butler (born 1943) is a British-born photographer and documentary filmmaker.

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After meeting John Kerry in 1964 he worked with him on the book The New Soldier published in 1971.

Related Topics:
John Kerry - 1964 - The New Soldier - 1971

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On a photo assignment to cover the IFBB Mr. Universe contest in Baghdad in 1972, Butler met Arnold Schwarzenegger. This meeting led to the production of a documentary about Schwarzenegger and other bodybuilders, Pumping Iron (1977), that is credited with starting Schwarzenegger's film career. Butler later directed a sequel called (1985) featuring among others Bev Francis.

Related Topics:
IFBB Mr. Universe - Baghdad - 1972 - Arnold Schwarzenegger - Pumping Iron - 1977 - 1985 - Bev Francis

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Butler's most recent documentary is '.

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