Bigger, Stronger, Faster*

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Bigger, Stronger, Faster* is a 2008 documentary directed by Christopher Bell that examines America’s obsession with winning and dominance through the personal story of Bell and his two brothers. Growing up idolizing muscular action stars, the brothers became involved in bodybuilding and steroid use as they chased the American dream. The film explores how a culture that rewards speed, size, and victory at all costs has shaped the nation, featuring interviews with athletes, medical experts, and everyday gym enthusiasts alongside pop culture references and animated sequences.

This single-disc DVD from Magnolia Pictures runs 85 minutes and carries a PG-13 rating. The documentary blends comedy with serious examination of performance-enhancing drugs and the pressures that drive people to use them, asking whether we follow the rules or follow our heroes when those heroes have broken them. Own this thought-provoking film on physical media at a used price.