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My Big Fat Fabulous Life
Tv Show

My Big Fat Fabulous Life (2015)

3.7
TV_14

My Big Fat Fabulous Life is a reality TV show that chronicles the life of Whitney Thore, a plus-size dancer who embraces body positivity while navigating the challenges of relationships, career, and self-acceptance.

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Salute Your Shorts
Tv Show

Salute Your Shorts (1992)

8.2
TV_G

Salute Your Shorts follows a group of kids at a summer camp as they navigate friendship, romance, and funny situations. The show explores themes such as summer camp life, the importance of friendship, and the ups and downs of adolescence. With a mix of comedy and drama, Salute Your Shorts is a relatable and entertaining TV show for all ages.

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Starved
Tv Show

Starved (2005)

7.7
TV_MA

Starved follows the lives of four friends dealing with eating disorders, as they navigate through support groups, weight gain, and the challenges of living with mental disorders. The show also explores subjects such as obscenity, bisexuality, and female-female kisses.

The Bet
Movie

The Bet(1997)

6.3
100Minutes

In 'The Bet,' a group of friends embark on a challenge to see who can gain the most weight in a month. Hilarity ensues as they try to outdo each other in their pursuit of victory. With a strong emphasis on comedic moments, this movie explores the lengths people will go to win a bet.

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Fat People
Movie

Fat People(2009)

6.5
114Minutes

Fat People is a comedy-drama that explores the lives of overweight individuals. It delves into themes of therapy, food-obsession, bullying, and the challenges faced by those struggling with weight. The movie also touches upon topics such as DNA testing, childbirth, pregnancy, religion, guilt, and the complexities of sex. With a humorous yet introspective approach, Fat People follows the journey of its overweight protagonists as they navigate their relationships and strive for self-acceptance.

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Pigs Is Pigs
Movie

Pigs Is Pigs(1937)

6.4
7Minutes

A hungry little pig eats a couple of pies off the windowsill. When it's time for dinner, he ties together the spaghetti of all the other little pigs and eats it all. That night, he has a nightmare where he is force-fed by a mad scientist.

The Anna Nicole Smith Story
Movie

The Anna Nicole Smith Story(2007)

4.1
NR
83Minutes

The Anna Nicole Smith Story follows the life of Anna Nicole Smith, a single mother who rises from rags to riches through her modeling career. She faces struggles with drug addiction, plastic surgery, and relationships with older men. The movie portrays her fame, controversies, and tragic death.

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Jim Gaffigan: Beyond the Pale
Movie

Jim Gaffigan: Beyond the Pale(2006)

7.8
72Minutes

In his comedy special, Jim Gaffigan tackles various topics including weight gain, being a vegetarian, Valentine's Day, unicycle riding, toilet paper, Thanksgiving, steak, the Statue of Liberty, and more in his trademark humorous style.

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Chub Chaser
Movie

Chub Chaser(2010)

4.5
137Minutes

The corny fairy tale conclusion feels rushed, but the distractions before it are fun: Chamyto Agueda as the also-chubby best friend who uses money to keep his boyfriend; the trio of fitness-conscious but concerned roommates (including Jeff Luna, as the prince charming), and a series of cute date prospects and some surprising full frontals (masked in theaters, but not on DVD). Cast also includes Francis Sienes, Bryan Lorenzo, Archie De Calma, Ken Dequito, Siegfried Rosa, Miko Guttierrez, Justine Gomez, Trouffles, Bryan Ocampo, Bryan Balansyo, and Arnick Meneses.

Fatty Issues
Movie

Fatty Issues(1990)

6.8
3Minutes

The cloak and dagger antics of a girl alone at home on a diet - weighing raisins, fiddling the scales, changing the definition of 'fruit' and blaming it all on her boyfriend...

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The Spine
Movie

The Spine(2009)

6.5
12Minutes

A poignant story of redemption that takes us into the relationship between a man and a woman trapped in a spiral of mutual destruction after 26 years of marriage, the Spine continues Landreth's pursuit of a twisted, beautiful and highly original visual aesthetic, using digital imagery to create characters whose physical appearances are metaphors for their unique souls.

Do or Diet
Movie

Do or Diet(1947)

6
18Minutes

Edgar's boss gives him a few days off as a reward for being promoted. His wife, Florence, mother-in-law and brother-in-law, think he has been fired for being too fat and, over his fruitless objections, put him on a strenuous reducing program that nearly kills him.

Discover a collection of movies and TV shows that explore the theme of weight gain. Dive into captivating stories that tackle body image, self-acceptance, and personal transformation. From comedic romps to poignant dramas, this curated selection offers a variety of perspectives on this compelling topic.

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