Autumn Gold

Doco on five senior atheletes, training up for the World Masters Champions.

"Age neither defines nor limits five indomitable European athletes training for the World Masters Athletic Championships. Jiří (82) may have trouble reading the entrance forms, but he attacks the high jump with youthful zeal. Discus thrower Alfred (100) admits that years bring age spots, but so long as limbs work he’s not too bothered. Herbert (93), preparing for the 100-metre sprint, dispels notions about what body parts men in their 90s can raise. Ilse holds the shot put world record for the over-85s, while Gabre questions what exactly ‘old woman’ means. Whatever such a creature is, it isn’t her and she won’t discuss her age." (Source: NZ International Film Festival 2011)

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