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201153 minGdocumentary

Perurena

201153 minGdocumentary

A young stone-lifter aims to lift a 300-kilo stone, a record first achieved by his father in 1987.

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A young stone-lifter aims to lift a 300-kilo stone, a record first achieved by his father in 1987.

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Jon Garaño

Jon Garañodirector

Jon Garaño

Jon Garañowriter

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Inaxio Perurena trains to lift a 300-kilo stone, a feat first accomplished by his father, Iñaki Perurena, in 1987. Set against the backdrop of traditional stone-lifting competitions, Inaxio's quest focuses on strength and determination. The film, released in 2011, captures the challenges he faces as he strives to match his father's legendary achievement. This documentary runs for 53 minutes and centers on the sport of stone lifting.

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