Stop the Insanity: Finding Susan Powter

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Brian C @BrianCormackCarr 2d As a long-time follower of Susan's work, I found this a compelling - and by turns uncomfortable and uplifting - watch. I had been vaguely aware of Susan's move towards more artsy, off-grid living following her Stop The Insanity heyday, but like many, I assumed she was enjoying semi-retirement in relative comfort if not the lap of luxury. This doc makes clear this was far from the case. The director's choice to intercut archive footage of Susan's high-octane stardom with her life barely making ends meet as an Uber Eats driver was good - as was his decision to centralise her voice, which is as entertaining and commanding as ever. We see a surprising level of vulnerability in her, as well as impressive reserves of strength and resilience. If anything, I'd have liked more of the interview footage - but I get that that wouldn't necessarily pique the interest of the more casual viewer. A powerful story with a hopeful ending, it's exciting to see what Susan's next chapter might bring! See more Jason M @maliz45 Jan 17 It’s a classic Rocky 3 story. She was taken advantage of, same as most talented people were in 50s - 2000s. Didn’t have someone looking out for her. Didn’t give up on life though. Movie had good pace. The last 20-30 minutes is hopeful. I liked the engagement with jamie Lee Curtis. It was Like a mirror or sliding door moment between the two. Jamie, with bad people in her life, could have ended up in her shoes. Not just hair style similarities. Would recommend this movie all day See more Lies A @Michael9210 Jan 4 Outstanding behind the scenes into an 80s superstar that was everywhere. Her energy was contagious and this documentary shows it. It was filmed in an amazing fashion with great angles, real conversations, emotions, and amusement. It was way better than I thought it could even be' See more William S @PhillyWill Dec 16 Susan Powter's story is incredible, but more so her high energy, will to survive, and down to earth realness. This doc shows where she's been, where she is now, and the reignited hope for where she's going next. I hope we'll be seeing and hearing a lot more from her - she's been missed. See more Jonathan @JJBlade Dec 13 The documentary was confusing at times and I feel that there were some very vague areas, this felt as though it really should have been a 3-hour doc or at least a 3-part series, HOWEVER, the message was not lost. The message of redemption, hope, perseverance and fortitude. I love Susan Powter and have since I was a young boy. She was never forgotten and I am here for her second chapter. See more Gwen B @Gbgwen Dec 13 When I first spotted Susan Powter on YouTube talking about this documentary it took me back to a time when I was a young mother in the 90’s taking care of my two sons and trying to stay fit. Her energy and vivacious personality brought me in then and it has brought me back now. She is real, honest and I rented this and watched it several times! Fantastic!🌺❤️🙏🏻🌈 See more Read all reviews

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