Fat, Sick and Nearly Dead

Fat, Sick and Nearly Dead follows the journey of Joe Cross, an Australian entrepreneur who embarks on a 60-day juice fast to reclaim his health. At the start of his journey, Cross is 100 pounds overweight and suffering from a debilitating autoimmune disease, relying heavily on steroids and other medications.

The documentary chronicles Cross’s travels across the United States, where he consumes only fresh fruit and vegetable juices while engaging with Americans about food, health, and longevity. During his journey, Cross meets Phil Staples, a morbidly obese truck driver suffering from the same rare condition.

As Cross regains his health, losing over 80 pounds and reducing his medication dependency, he inspires Staples to begin his own transformation. The film showcases both men’s struggles and triumphs as they work to overcome their health issues through radical dietary changes.

The documentary highlights the potential benefits of juicing and plant-based nutrition in addressing obesity and chronic diseases. It presents success stories of individuals who have improved their health by adopting similar lifestyle changes, while also featuring interviews with experts and doctors on the subject.