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Facing the Fat (2009)

"55 Days.... 1 Man... 0 Food."

5.220091h 41mEN
FamilyDocumentaryDrama

Directed by Kenny Saylors

Rating

5.2/10

Runtime

1h 41m

Language

EN

Release

January 18, 2009

Director

Kenny Saylors

Overview

Obesity has become one of the most overwhelming diseases in our modern society, even now considered to be of epidemic proportions. This documentary film dives into this sensitive, but socially powerful topic and exposes shocking statistics of the fattening of our culture. Kenny Saylors, overweight h...

Cast

Kenny Saylors

Kenny Saylors

Himself

Sonia Woodfield

Sonia Woodfield

Herself

L. Sullivan

L. Sullivan

Herself

Paul Allan Brunotto

Paul Allan Brunotto

Himself

Ata Servati

Ata Servati

Himself

Jeremy Gilbreath

Jeremy Gilbreath

Himself

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Facing the Fat (2009), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Obesity has become one of the most overwhelming diseases in our modern society, even now considered to be of epidemic proportions. This documentary film dives into this sensitive, but socially powerful topic and exposes shocking statistics of the fattening of our culture. Kenny Saylors, overweight himself, faces his own fat in his life as he embarks upon a 55 day, Doctor supervised, water fast to see the effects of this ancient practice on our bodies today and to examine if healing properties truly do exist within our own bodies in this extreme method of food restriction.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Facing the Fat. 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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