The Anthology of the Night

Nov 17, 2025

0h 20m

★ 0.0

Their Struggles. Their Stories. Their Advice

Overview

Seeking solace in the early hours of the morning, young men across Bristol gather in gyms to train every night. Alone or with friends, these individuals combat their everyday struggles through exercise, adopting the philosophy that mental strength comes from a foundation of physical strength. But what are the struggles that led them all to the gym in the first place? We set out to interview these individuals and listen to their tales of heartbreak and loss that drove them to adopt this nocturnal lifestyle. With one suicide every 90 minutes in the UK and 75% of these being male, we hope this documentary can help those struggling with their mental health to realise that they are not alone. These men share not just their struggles but advice on how to overcome tough times in the hopes that their words can save the next guy.

Genres

Documentary

Production Companies

AMD Filmmaking

Talk Club

Bristol Mind

Changes Bristol

The Anthology of the Night Trailers

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Interviewees

Anonymous

Gym Man with Bag

Joshua Flemming Smith

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