Nuts! is a documentary film that follows the journey of John Brinkley, a controversial figure in the early 20th century who claimed to have found a cure for impotence using goat testicles. Brinkley's rise to fame and fortune is explored, as well as the legal battles and public scrutiny he faced.
The film delves into the impact of Brinkley's fraudulent medical practices on his patients and the medical community at large. Through interviews with historians and experts, Nuts! sheds light on the power of persuasion and the dangers of quackery in the field of medicine.
With a mix of animation, archival footage, and reenactments, Nuts! presents a captivating and thought-provoking look at one man's quest for fame and fortune at the expense of others' well-being.