Super Size Me (2004) Review in 2025
A documentary film that follows filmmaker Morgan Spurlock as he eats only McDonald's food for 30 days to see the effects on his health.
Family-Friendly Rating
Is this movie suitable for family viewing?
Not recommended for young children due to mature themes and some strong language.
CineReview Recommendation
Definitely worth watching for anyone interested in health, nutrition, or documentary films. However, some viewers may find the film's humor and antics to be annoying at times.
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Morgan Spurlock, a filmmaker, decides to eat only McDonald's food for 30 days to demonstrate the negative effects of fast food on his health. He gains weight, experiences mood swings, and develops health problems, highlighting the dangers of a diet consisting only of fast food.
Review Details
story9.00/10
The documentary has a clear and engaging storyline that effectively conveys the negative effects of fast food on health. Morgan Spurlock's experiment is well-structured and easy to follow.
acting8.00/10
Morgan Spurlock's acting is good, but not outstanding. He does a great job of presenting his experiment and its results, but some viewers may find his antics and humor to be annoying at times.
characters8.00/10
Morgan Spurlock is the only main character in the documentary, and he does a great job of presenting his experiment and its results. However, some viewers may find his antics and humor to be annoying at times.
direction9.00/10
Morgan Spurlock's direction is excellent, and he effectively uses a variety of techniques to convey the negative effects of fast food on health. The film is well-paced and engaging throughout.
cinematography8.00/10
The cinematography is good, but not outstanding. The film's use of footage and graphics is effective in conveying the negative effects of fast food on health.
Pros and Cons
Pros
The documentary is well-made, engaging, and effectively conveys the negative effects of fast food on health. Morgan Spurlock's experiment is well-structured and easy to follow.
Cons
Some viewers may find the film's humor and antics to be annoying at times. The cinematography is good, but not outstanding.
Notable Quotes
"I'm not a doctor, but I play one on TV."
"I'm not a nutritionist, but I play one on TV."
"I'm not a scientist, but I play one on TV."
