Stop the Insanity: Finding Susan Powter

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Ingrid L @ingie10 Feb 22 Seeing Susan back on screen was the ultimate '90s nostalgia. I didn't realise how much I missed her until I saw her film. It was so inspiring to see her get back on the horse and not miss a beat. Her story taught me lessons about how others can take advantage and not even bat an eye. She's a straight shooter with a heart of gold. Her honesty and straight-to-the-point attitude is what is missing in the world. I look forward to seeing what she does next. The world needs you. See more Tamara E @TamaraE Feb 16 Inspiring, raw and honest. At the height of her popularity, I found Susan Powter incredibly inspiring but I find her even more inspiring having now seen her documentary. It's the most 'real' movie I've seen in years and I have high regard for the vulnerability Susan was willing to put out to the viewer. I truly hope I see more from Susan Powter in the coming months and years. See more Brian C @BrianCormackCarr Feb 3 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 Read all reviews

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