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202119 minPGdoc-short

FATbulous Me

202119 minPGdoc-short

Amy and Mallie share their personal journeys of body acceptance and advocacy for body equality, challenging societal stigma surrounding fatness.

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Chia-Hsuan Tsai

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Amy and Mallie share their personal journeys of body acceptance and advocacy for body equality, challenging societal stigma surrounding fatness.

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Chia-Hsuan Tsaidirector

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Amy and Mallie share their experiences with body image and societal expectations in FATbulous Me. They faced challenges and frustrations related to being fat, a condition often viewed negatively. Over time, both women learned to accept their bodies. They now advocate for body equality, promoting a message of self-acceptance. Directed by Chia-Hsuan Tsai, this 19-minute documentary addresses the stigma surrounding body size and encourages a shift in perspective.

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