“The Body Fights Back” is a documentary film that follows the journeys of five individuals as they grapple with the contradictions inherent in diet culture. Despite the allure of achieving happiness, attractiveness, and flawlessness, true joy and satisfaction remain elusive. The film weaves together personal narratives from diverse backgrounds, revealing a disturbingly common struggle with body image. Practices like self-starvation and excessive exercise offer fleeting relief, but are often followed by cycles of binge eating and purging. Interestingly, the core issue extends beyond mere food consumption.