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The Skinny on Obesity
2012·Show
·9Episodes in1Season·
The Skinny on Obesity fingerprint
No humor.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Tension4
- Fast Pace4
- Spectacle3
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Hopefulness6
- Wonder5
- Wholesome4
Humor
Serious throughout
- Wit & Wordplay2
- Satire & Parody2
- Situational Comedy1
World
Everyday modern life and society
- Dialogue Centrality8
- World Immersion6
- Novelty6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
- Complexity8
- Acting7
- Dialogue Quality7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Editing6
- Cinematography5
- Music Composition5
All energy traits
- Tension4Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace4Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline2High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Violence2Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
All heart traits
- Hopefulness6Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wonder5Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome4Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Pathos3Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis3Emotional release and payoff.
- Nostalgia3Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Melancholy2Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Romance1Love stories and emotional connections.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics0Relationships and generational ties.
Related traits
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Satire & Parody2Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Dark Humor1Humor from taboo or grim topics.
World
MediumEveryday modern life and society
Its world is built around everyday modern life and society.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism10Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Social Commentary7Perspectives on society and norms.
- Class & Capitalism6Wealth, power, and inequality.
- Tech & Humanity6Human stories in a tech world.
- Psychological5Inner worlds and mind games.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable. The plot is layered and rewards full attention.
All craft traits
- Complexity8Layered plots and ideas.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Non-linear Narrative2Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Educational9Informative and instructive.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
All style traits
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Cinematography5Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition5Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization4Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality3The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality3Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
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In this Series, Dr. Lustig and his UCSF colleagues dig deeper into the root causes of the obesity epidemic. Discover why what we eat is as important as how much we eat. Understand the effects of stress on obesity rates, and why some predict that the next generation will die younger than the current one due to obesity and the many health problems it causes.
Obesity EpidemicHealth ScienceMedical ResearchNutritionRoot CausesDietary ImpactStress EffectsPublic HealthUCSF Research
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Is The Skinny on Obesity worth watching?
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GreatGoodWatch scoreYes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 80/100 (IMDb 8). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How many seasons does The Skinny on Obesity have?
1 season
It has 1 season with 9 episodes.
When did The Skinny on Obesity air?
S1
It ran from 2012 to 2012 and has ended.
What language is The Skinny on Obesity in?
English
It was made in English.