Morgan Spurlock
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Biography: Morgan Valentine Spurlock (November 7, 1970 - May 23, 2024) was an American documentary filmmaker and television producer. Spurlock gained acclaim for directing the documentary Super Size Me, which earned a nomination for the Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature.
Department: Acting
Place of Birth: Parkersburg, West Virginia, USA
Birthday: November 07, 1970
Deathday: May 23, 2024
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Gender: Male
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Springfield of Dreams: The Legend of Homer Simpson
Overview: In honor of Homer's journey to the Hall of Fame, MLB all-stars and Springfield locals look back at the greatest corporate softball game ever played.
Genres: Animation Documentary Comedy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2017-10-20
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Where in the World Is Osama Bin Laden?
Overview: Morgan Spurlock (Super Size Me) tours the Middle East to discuss the war on terror with Arabic people.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2008-01-21
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Super Size Me
Overview: Morgan Spurlock subjects himself to a diet based only on McDonald's fast food three times a day for thirty days without exercising to try to prove why so many Americans are fat or obese. He submits himself to a complete check-up by three doctors, comparing his weight along the way, resulting in a scary conclusion.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2004-01-17
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Merry F#%$in' Christmas
Overview: Denis Leary and a cast of many others celebrate Christmas Leary-style. Packed with original music and skits, this is a great spin on the usual holiday fluff.
Genres: Drama Comedy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2005-11-27
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Misfire: The Rise and Fall of the Shooting Gallery
Overview: A documentary about the influential independent film production company The Shooting Gallery.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2013-10-11
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Raw for Life
Overview: Raw For Life is the Ultimate Encyclopedia of the Raw Food Lifestyle and perfect for beginners and Raw Food enthusiasts. This documentary inspires people with the Raw Food philosophy, the wisdom of eating a raw food diet, important medical facts and nutritional information. We have combined the knowledge and expertise of doctors and nutritionists with testimonials from celebrities, athletes, professionals, and chefs who champion the amazing benefits of raw, vegan living foods. In Raw For Life, you will find everything you need to transition to a healthier state of being.
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Original Language: en
Release Date: 2007-10-16
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Simply Raw: Reversing Diabetes in 30 Days
Overview: Reversing Diabetes in 30 Days.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2009-02-01
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Mansome
Overview: From America's greatest beardsman, to Morgan Spurlock's own mustache, Executive Producers Will Arnett, Jason Bateman, and Ben Silverman bring us a hilarious look at men's identity in the 21st century. Models, actors, experts and comedians weigh in on what it is to be a man in a world where the definition of masculinity has become as diverse as a hipster's facial hair in Williamsburg. The hilarious follicles of men's idiosyncratic grooming habits are thoroughly combed over as men finally take a long hard look in the mirror.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2012-05-18
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Toxic Soup
Overview: Something is bad wrong as everyday Americans fight to protect their air, water and blood from pollution.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2010-01-01
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We the Economy: 20 Short Films You Can't Afford to Miss
Overview: Everyone’s talking about it, but who can explain it? Paul G. Allen’s Vulcan Productions and Morgan Spurlock’s Cinelan have partnered to produce WE THE ECONOMY 20 Short Films You Can’t Afford to Miss. Each film is helmed by an acclaimed filmmaker, each with their own creative vision. The series aims to drive awareness and establish a better understanding of the U.S. economy. Told through animation, comedy, musical, non-fiction, and scripted films, WE THE ECONOMY seeks to demystify a complicated topic while empowering the public to take control of their own economic futures.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2014-10-21
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Chronic-Con, Episode 420: A New Dope
Overview: In response to Morgan Spurlock's COMIC-CON: A FAN'S HOPE, comedian Doug Benson (SUPER HIGH ME) stars in this doc that looks at San Diego Comic-Con from his hazy perspective. Featuring fellow pot and film fanatics Kevin Smith, Brian Posehn, Joe Rogan and even Spurlock himself, it's a fun look at a rapidly growing cultural event.
Genres: Comedy Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2015-07-03
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Rise Of The Sufferfests
Overview: 'Rise of the Sufferfests' is the first feature documentary about the global obstacle race phenomenon.
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Original Language: en
Release Date: 2016-09-01
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POM Wonderful Presents: The Greatest Movie Ever Sold
Overview: A documentary about branding, advertising and product placement that is financed and made possible by brands, advertising and product placement.
Genres: Comedy Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2011-04-22
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Super Size Me 2: Holy Chicken!
Overview: Muckraking filmmaker Morgan Spurlock reignites his battle with the food industry — this time from behind the register — as he opens his own fast food restaurant.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2019-09-06
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The Simpsons 20th Anniversary Special - In 3D! On Ice!
Overview: The Simpsons 20th Anniversary Special – In 3-D! On Ice! is a documentary special that examined the "cultural phenomenon" of the American animated television series The Simpsons.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2010-01-10
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Them That Work
Overview: Documentary about the impact left by John Sayles’ 1987 film Matewan, about a shooting between company gun thugs and union organizers in Southern West Virginia. Along with a lasting legacy of support for union rights, the film inspired many West Virginians to become filmmakers and introduced the world to many great actors.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2019-10-29
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Drive Thru
Overview: A high-school student must save townspeople from a murderous clown who works at a fast-food place.
Genres: Horror Thriller Comedy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2007-05-29
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Fat Head
Overview: A comedian replies to the "Super Size Me" crowd by losing weight on a fast-food diet while demonstrating that almost everything you think you know about the obesity "epidemic" and healthy eating is wrong.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2009-02-03
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Last Laugh '04
Overview: Comedy Central's Last Laugh '04 was a "year-in-review" type show where comedians talked about events in 2004. The show featured stand-up sets by Norm Macdonald, Kathy Griffin, D.L. Hughley, Gerg Giraldo, Bill Engval, and Colin Quinn. It also featured a comedic sketch by Andy Dick and guest appearances by Morgan Spurlock, David Cross, Michael Moore, and Zach Galifianakis as Jesus Christ. Modest Mouse and Snoop Dogg were musical guests for the show and performed "Float On" and "Drop It Like It's Hot," two of 2004's most popular songs.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2004-12-12
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Abraham Obama
Overview: Artist Ron English travels across the country illegally putting up artwork of President Obama and Abraham Lincoln merged together.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2009-02-05
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Them That Work
Overview: John Sayles came to West Virginia to make his film MATEWAN, about the gun fight over labor in the coal fields. The film has had a lasting impact on locals regarding the subject and the filming's influence on people's lives.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
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