Sicko – U.S. Healthcare System Documentary

Buckle up for *Sicko* (2007), Michael Moore’s provocative and heartfelt documentary that’ll make you laugh, cry, and rage at the broken U.S. healthcare system. This 123-minute rollercoaster dives into the nightmare of for-profit insurance companies, exposing how they prioritize profits over patients’ lives. If you’ve ever wondered why Americans struggle with medical bills while other countries thrive, this film is a must-see that’ll leave you questioning everything!

Moore kicks things off with gut-wrenching stories of ordinary Americans—like a 9/11 first responder denied coverage for lung damage or a woman whose claim was rejected over a minor technicality. Through candid interviews, he reveals how insurance giants use fine print and pre-existing condition clauses to abandon the sick, raking in billions while families go bankrupt. With his signature blend of humor and outrage, Moore contrasts the U.S. with countries like Canada, the UK, France, and even Cuba, where universal healthcare delivers better outcomes—free doctor visits, affordable drugs, and even house calls! Eye-popping scenes, like French workers enjoying paid sick leave and Cuba treating 9/11 responders, will leave you stunned.

Moore doesn’t just point fingers; he humanizes the crisis, from a couple losing their home to medical debt to a whistleblower exposing insurer scams. Archival footage and cheeky stunts—like sailing to Guantanamo Bay for care—keep you hooked while driving home the stakes. *Sicko* is a rallying cry to demand a system that puts people over profits. Stream it on Peacock or Prime Video, and get ready to be moved, enraged, and inspired to fight for change in a film that’s as entertaining as it is urgent!