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Empire Waist

Play trailer 2:05 Poster for Empire Waist PG-13 Released Sep 27 1h 37m Comedy Drama Play Trailer Watchlist
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Lenore Miller is a plus size, insecure teen whose talent for fashion is discovered by her confident, plus-sized classmate, forcing her into the spotlight--and into the path of both bullies and new friends. Lenore's father Mark (Rainn Wilson) is her biggest cheerleader, but the fears of her image-conscious mother (Missi Pyle) and Lenore's own insecurities prevent her from wearing her own designs. Will Lenore ever feel the self-love she inspires in others?
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Shikhar Verma High on Films With genuine performance across the board, this uber-cute coming-of-age comedy is a good time at the movies, despite the occasional predictability and preachiness. Rated: 2.5/5 Nov 18, 2024 Full Review Sandie Angulo Chen Common Sense Media What's unique is that this movie isn't about transformation into conventional beauty but rather about accepting your body as it is, loving it, and showing it off. Oct 2, 2024 Full Review Joel Copling Spectrum Culture In Empire Waist, writer/director Claire Ayoub coasts on a good message and feel-good vibe. Oct 2, 2024 Full Review Taylor Gates Collider Empire Waist features a moving tribute to friendship dressed up in a bright, colorful package. While it’s not immune to tropes and predictable story beats in some areas, the way it tackles issues of body image is rare and refreshingly nuanced. Rated: 7/10 Sep 28, 2024 Full Review Samantha Puc The Mary Sue Empire Waist is brilliant on multiple levels. It’s a realistic portrayal of what it’s like to navigate the world as a fat teenager and a beautiful exploration of how unlikely friends can build each other up and make each other better. Sep 28, 2024 Full Review Brian Orndorf Blu-ray.com Ayoub has her heart in the right place with the endeavor, also doing well with a spirited cast that brings some flavor and authenticity to the film, handling the material’s ideas well. Rated: B Sep 25, 2024 Full Review Read all reviews

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Yoli K This movie was amazing! It was family friendly, motivational and funny. Everyone should see it. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 10/06/24 Full Review Michelle What an amazing movie ❤️ Rated 5 out of 5 stars 10/03/24 Full Review Robin W Uplifting and wonderful film. Shares an important and positive message so many people need! Rated 5 out of 5 stars 10/01/24 Full Review Cynthia B Excellent movie about positive body image and self confidence - very uplifting and entertaining! Highly recommended! Rated 5 out of 5 stars 09/29/24 Full Review Jeffrey N Its a great, positive story well acted and sincere. Rated 4 out of 5 stars 09/28/24 Full Review KW Great feel-good movie. The main character did a great job of making you feel her emotions from laughing to crying. Would definitely recommend seeing it. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 09/28/24 Full Review Read all reviews
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Synopsis Lenore Miller is a plus size, insecure teen whose talent for fashion is discovered by her confident, plus-sized classmate, forcing her into the spotlight--and into the path of both bullies and new friends. Lenore's father Mark (Rainn Wilson) is her biggest cheerleader, but the fears of her image-conscious mother (Missi Pyle) and Lenore's own insecurities prevent her from wearing her own designs. Will Lenore ever feel the self-love she inspires in others?
Director
Claire Ayoub
Producer
Crystal Collins, Justin Baldoni, Andrew Calof
Screenwriter
Claire Ayoub
Distributor
Blue Fox Entertainment
Production Co
Wayfarer Studios, P&G Studios, Try Anyway Productions, American High
Rating
PG-13 (Thematic Elements|Some Language|Teen Partying|Suggestive Material)
Genre
Comedy, Drama
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Sep 27, 2024, Limited
Runtime
1h 37m
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