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Obesity: The Post Mortem (2016)

7.420160h 55mEN
Documentary

Directed by Melanie Archer

Rating

7.4/10

Runtime

0h 55m

Language

EN

Release

September 13, 2016

Director

Melanie Archer

Overview

Documentary revealing just how dangerous too much fat is to our most vital internal organs. The programme follows a specialist pathology team as they conduct a post-mortem on the body of a 17-stone woman whose body was donated to medical science. Their findings, as they dissect the body and its orga...

Cast

Vinette Robinson

Vinette Robinson

Narrator

Mike Osborn

Mike Osborn

Dr Mike Osborn

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Obesity: The Post Mortem (2016), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Documentary revealing just how dangerous too much fat is to our most vital internal organs. The programme follows a specialist pathology team as they conduct a post-mortem on the body of a 17-stone woman whose body was donated to medical science. Their findings, as they dissect the body and its organs, are startling, exposing the devastating impact of obesity with stunning visuals and fascinating medical facts. Morbid obesity reduces life expectancy by an average of nine years and is blamed for over 30,000 deaths in the UK every year. With 65 per cent of people already overweight or obese, this extraordinary film is a powerful contribution to the debate about fat, food, lifestyle and how the health service will cope with the growing obesity crisis.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Obesity: The Post Mortem. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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