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Pop Star On Ice
David BarbaJames Pellerito

Pop Star On Ice

    RELEASE

    2009-05-24

    BUGET

    N/A

    LENGTH

    85 min

    Description

    Figure skater Johnny Weir makes a name for himself as an Olympic champion on the ice and a controversial celebrity in the tabloids. Director David Barba shadows Weir for one year, documenting the competitions, training and inner turmoil that make up his daily existence. Weir refuses, in interviews, … Moreto answer questions regarding his rumored homosexuality, only fueling speculation about his private life. But Barba's film focuses on Weir's quest to once again prove himself at the Olympics.