The uncanny ability of documentary film to dive deep into unique sub-cultures of our world at the same time as they offer broad understanding of human nature and the way elements relate to one another is something that never ceases to amaze me. On the surface, it doesn’t seem logical – audiences and sales agents may shy away from films with such a singular focus but in doing so they are missing the point. Sometimes only by looking at those very narrow slices can we understand the bigger picture.

Taking a deep dive into a strange world is the new film Pulling John – bringing the sport and athletes of armwrestling into the light. Check out the trailer: