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Weight of the Nation

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Ryan McGee AV Club A steady of stream of data is nothing compared to the individual stories this documentary tells, and how Nation contextualizes these problems within greater historical trends. Rated: A- Aug 31, 2012 Full Review Joanne Ostrow Denver Post What it's not is a takedown of the underlying problems that fuel obesity in America. Aug 31, 2012 Full Review Brian Lowry Variety Spending four hours on the couch watching it certainly ought to open some eyes. Aug 31, 2012 Full Review Melissa Camacho Common Sense Media It is an educational - but stern - warning about what the consequences will be if we don't confront this nationwide problem now. Rated: 4/5 Aug 31, 2012 Full Review Tom Conroy Media Life Some of the talking heads wear out their welcome, making similar points over and over. Aug 31, 2012 Full Review Jacqueline Cutler Zap2it.com As depressing as it is to listen to children who can't play because of their weight, there is much to be hopeful about. Aug 31, 2012 Full Review Read all reviews

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Audience Member ehhh. the part about organ pathologies was interesting. It's good I guess, it's just not very interesting. Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 02/17/23 Full Review Audience Member "the Weight of the Nation" is an intense/necessary piece on one of our country's scariest threats. a must watch for all Rated 4 out of 5 stars 01/14/23 Full Review Read all reviews
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Dan Chaykin

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Dan Chaykin