The Body Fights Back
"A journey into the lives consumed by diet culture."
Originally released in 2020. The Body Fights Back is a documentary film. directed by Marian Võsumets.
Starring Hannah Webb, Rory Brown, and Imogen Fox
Synopsis
A feature documentary about five people navigating the paradoxes of diet culture. While promises of happiness, desirability and perfection are irresistible, joy and contentment remain out of reach. Personal stories from vastly different backgrounds quickly merge into a shockingly similar experience of battling one’s body. Self-starvation and compulsive exercise bring temporary satisfaction, only to be replaced with binging and purging soon after. Surprisingly, none of it has much to do with food.
Quick Facts
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Lola Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Body Fights Back about?
A feature documentary about five people navigating the paradoxes of diet culture. While promises of happiness, desirability and perfection are irresistible, joy and contentment remain out of reach....
Who directed The Body Fights Back?
The Body Fights Back was directed by Marian Võsumets.
How long is The Body Fights Back?
The Body Fights Back has a runtime of 1 hours and 46 minutes (106 minutes total).
When was The Body Fights Back released?
The Body Fights Back was released on April 1, 2020 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Body Fights Back?
The main cast of The Body Fights Back includes Hannah Webb, Rory Brown, Imogen Fox, Josephine Morondiya, Michaela Gingell.