The Supplement

This documentary delves into the dark world of designer steroids, exploring their illegal production, distribution, and the devastating consequences they have on the lives of users. It investigates the pharmaceutical companies and underground labs involved, highlighting the ethical and legal gray areas surrounding these powerful substances. The film aims to shed light on the dangerous allure of achieving an idealized physique at any cost.

The Supplement received mixed to positive reviews, with critics generally acknowledging its investigative nature and the important, albeit grim, subject matter. Some praised its unflinching look at the steroid trade, while others found its pacing and presentation to be uneven.

• Praised for its exposé of the illegal steroid trade.
• Criticized by some for its grim subject matter and inconsistent tone.
• Noted for raising awareness about the dangers of performance-enhancing drugs.

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Director Steven G. Rakes also appears as an on-screen subject within the documentary, directly investigating the steroid world he is documenting.