Wayfarer Studios and American High have consistently been providing quality teen entertainment in the past few years.
Luckily, I was not disappointed, asthe film proves a welcome addition to both companies catalog of films.
What Is Empire Waist About?
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Her home life isnt the easiest either.
Though Kaylas also plus-sized, she has no interest in hiding anything about herself.
Unfortunately, theres not as much complexity when it comes to Sylvie.
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There are ways to have fun even with roles like this, butEmpire Waistrelies too heavily on predictable tropes.
The film struggles to figure out who its for.
Still, theres an undeniable charm to it regardless of the age at which you watch it.
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she exclaims at one point.
I was hit in the face with a signal flare once, she divulges at another.)
Shed be right at home in aBottoms-like movie.
Follows a group of teens learning to love their bodies through inclusive fashion design and friendship.
Their friendship with one another is a beautiful thing to witness indeed.
The platonic love is by far the strongest element ofEmpire Waist, butthe romantic subplot is sweet, too.
Ayoub smartly casts a plus-size woman in this role, which makes the dynamic hit even harder.
Purdy makes the most of her time, too.
Empire Waistfeaturesa moving tribute to friendship dressed up in a bright, colorful package.
Empire Waistis now in theaters in the U.S. Click below for showtimes.
