Empire Waist

This film is a godsend! It made me realize that going to the gym and eating right was the right path all along and I thank everyone involved for showing me that body positivity starts at the gym! I started by looking at myself in the mirror, which stemmed my insecurity much like the characters in this film. Then I assessed that its time to change, not only for how I look but for my health as well. This film shows just how painful it is to be a plus size person and I couldn't agree more. So many opportunities in life are missed because of these insecurities and to anyone on the same boat I say, Hit the gym.

Empire Waist is a good uplifting heartwarming movie. It is a movie for people of all ages. The cast was amazing I especially loved seeing Tabyana Ali play Honor. It is a movie I would definitely go see again & recommend to others. It makes you feel all the emotions. Some people may remember how they felt when they were in the same place those in the movie were in & how you felt back then. Maybe to some this is a movie you watch you had been about to see back when you were a teenager in school. Once again it is a good heartwarming movie that I would definitely recommend to people & would see again.

I went to see a screening of this at Capital Theater in Arlington. Writer-director, Claire Ayoub, was there in attendance. Ayoub is a graduate of Wellesley college and the theater was packed with proud alumni there to see Ayoub's debut film.

The movie is funny. Like, really really funny. Rainn Wilson and Missi Pyle are the big names in the movie, and while they certainly shine, the whole cast stands out. The movie definitely has many serious moments to it. I would call this movie a dramedy, but you will really laugh your ass out throughout this movie. The main cast of six girls are all so funny and work so well together. I love a movie where an ensemble of kids or teens work so well together on camera you would think they have been friends forever.

After the film ended, Ayoub did a Q&A with the audience. She talked about how long it had been since the movie was first written. How she toured the screenplay around the country to get buy-in, the audition process for the teen stars, and how much research and resources when into making an inclusive and powerful movie like this one. I want a director's cut!

I really liked the film

the filming part is very good, the local recording camera angles are also good, the actors were very good all the time, especially Missi Pyle and Rainn Wilson, this greatly enhanced the film, but we must be careful when we talk about a person who has a greater weight, it's not a question of being prejudiced, or thinking it's ugly, it's nothing like that, one because I think chubby girls are beautiful, but health is also important and we shouldn't leave that aside.

I really liked the script, showing that people can do evil by not accepting the happiness of others, and want to control others around them.

"Empire Waist" is a heartfelt and empowering movie that beautifully captures the journey of self-acceptance and body positivity. Its diverse cast and relatable storylines resonate strongly, especially with its honest portrayal of body image struggles. The film celebrates individuality and confidence, making it a refreshing watch for anyone, regardless of size. It encourages viewers to embrace themselves fully, spreading a positive message that everyone is worthy, no matter their shape or size. Let's go fat people-this movie is a win for body positivity and inclusivity! Lets goooooooooooooooooooooo.