Category: Film analysis

During his 30-day McDonald's experiment for the documentary *Super Size Me*, Morgan Spurlock gained 24.5 pounds. This dramatic increase in weight was just one of many alarming health consequences, which also included a significant rise in cholesterol and liver damage.

Competitive eater Joey Chestnut holds the official record for eating 141 hard-boiled eggs in just eight minutes, a feat that dwarfs the fictional challenge. This staggering record puts into perspective the famous bet from the 1967 film *Cool Hand Luke* and makes people wonder: has anyone ever ate 50 eggs?

While the image of Rocky Balboa chugging raw eggs is iconic, the reality of his nutrition journey is far more complex and, at times, dangerous. Exploring what was Rocky Balboa's diet reveals a stark contrast between cinematic grit, unhealthy extremes, and a later shift to a more balanced approach.