America the Beautiful 2: The Thin Commandments


1h 40m 2011

Brief Synopsis

In an instant, 29 million Americans became fat, out of shape and dangerously obese and they did it without taking a single bite of food. It was all the result of a decision to change the national standard for obesity. The question is "What was behind a ruling to declare so many people to be fat? Wa

Film Details

MPAA Rating
Genre
Documentary
Release Date
2011
Distribution Company
HARLEY BOY ENTERTAINMENT/PMK*BNC

Technical Specs

Duration
1h 40m

Synopsis

In an instant, 29 million Americans became fat, out of shape and dangerously obese and they did it without taking a single bite of food. It was all the result of a decision to change the national standard for obesity. The question is "What was behind a ruling to declare so many people to be fat? Was it political, financial or for the good of humankind?" You'll find out that diet companies have raked in huge profits because of the new standards - guidelines the weight loss industry helped structure.

Film Details

MPAA Rating
Genre
Documentary
Release Date
2011
Distribution Company
HARLEY BOY ENTERTAINMENT/PMK*BNC

Technical Specs

Duration
1h 40m

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Miscellaneous Notes

Limited Release in United States Fall October 12, 2011

Limited Release in United States Fall October 7, 2011 (San Francisco)

Limited Release in United States Fall October 7, 2011

Limited Release in United States Fall October 12, 2011 (New York City)