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Deep Dive: Unsupersize Us (2016)

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Unsupersize Us
Unsupersize Us is a follow-up to the film Unsupersize Me, directed by Juan-Carlos Asse. The documentary focuses on five individuals from Asse's hometown who face common health issues. Over six weeks, these subjects adopt a plant-based diet and engage in regular exercise. The film captures their transformation and improvement in health through various physical challenges. In addition to the subjects' experiences, Asse shares his personal story, including a seven-year federal prison sentence. This narrative adds depth to the film as it contrasts his past struggles with the newfound freedom and health of the participants.

Why Watch

  • •See five individuals transform their health in six weeks.
  • •Meet Juan-Carlos Asse and learn about his prison experience.
  • •Find out how to eat healthy on the road.

Did You Know

•The film features five subjects who follow a plant-based diet for six weeks.
•Director Juan-Carlos Asse served a seven-year federal prison sentence.
•The documentary has a runtime of 82 minutes.

Perfect For

Plant-based dietsHealth transformationsFitness enthusiasts