"Apple Cider Vinegar" explores the deceptive story of Belle Gibson, who falsely claimed she cured her brain cancer through a healthy lifestyle. The show opens with a fourth-wall-breaking disclaimer stating Gibson is not profiting from this adaptation, addressing viewer concerns about her potential financial gain. Gibson once captivated Australia with her inspirational narrative, but it was revealed she had never been diagnosed with cancer and contributed only a fraction of claimed charitable donations. The series sheds light on the consequences of her deception, highlighting the intense public and ethical backlash surrounding her story.
"I just thought, oh, that's such an interesting, visceral reaction that is something that a lot of viewers are going to come at it [with]..."
"It’s important to say right upfront that she's not part of this; she's not being paid."
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