Fats on Film

We have all been there right, our ex-boyf who we are still hung up on after 3 years is getting married or our partner has cheated on us with their secretary, so we decide to swap homes, cars, pets, identities with a stranger across the world in a hope to be as far away from men as possible...and wouldnt you know it, there is still men in LA and 40 mins outside London! Caitlin Magnall-Kearns return...

Stranger Things is a cultural phenomenan, one of Netflix's most successful orgiinal IPs and making stars of its ensemble cast. However there is an issue we need to discuss, the lack of fat characters and their treatment. From #Justiceforbarb to Bob Newby: Superhero and now to Jim 'Dad-Bod' Hopper's extreme weightloss conversation in season 4, we have a lot to discuss. Joining me is...

Put on your magic pair of jeans, jet set to Greece, Mexico or South Carolina, have a major coming of age experience and write all about it to your friends; its The Sisterhood of the Travelling Pants! I was joined by Anti-Diet Coach and Content Creator Rebecca Edmonds to deep dive into this glorious mid-00s film where we explore the characters, with major focus on Carmen (America Ferrera) and how h...

Criminal Minds is a police procedrual crime drama starting in 2005 and still airing today over 300 episodes later. Returning guest and friend of the pod, Ygraine Hackett-Cantabrana joined me to hold my hand through this beloved show (I had never seen an epsiode) where we discuss the shows depiction of fat femme killers and how they project the well known and established negative stereotypes and tr...

Big girls are having a moment. Survival of the Thickest dropped on Netflix in July 2023 starring and produced by Michelle Buteau and it follows Mavis Beaumont as her star rises across New York City being the hottest stylist in the game and how she brings her friends and community with her on her ascension to greatness. I was joined by lecturer and podcaster Mary Wild to deep dive into this show an...

Would you like to be part of our world? Join myself and Fierce Fat Femme herself, Angelina, as we discuss The Little Mermaid; the villain of Ursula, what we admire about her, what we don't and our thoughts on the Disney Princess influence on the beauty standard. You can find Angelina at the following; IG TikTok

No return, no reason! Yellowjackets is one of the most exciting shows right now following 2 timelines, 1 set in the 90s where a teenage girls football team has crashed in the wilderness and they need to fight for their survival. Another in present day where a few of the survivors are trying to navigate their lives post wilderness. The series got a lot of attention for casting 90s legends, Juliette...

Ah Mean Girls, you delightfully problematic and amazing film. I was joined by actress and host of the Better than Bad podcast Jess Rolland to discuss our personal relationships with this film, fat representation in media from an actress's perspective and our thoughts and hopes for the 2024 muscial film adaptation of Mean Girls. Disclaimer: This podcast was recorded in early July, prior to the...

I'm your number one fan! My guest, creator and host of the Talking Hitch Podcast and Assistant Editor of Ghouls Magazine, Rebecca McCallum, dove head first into the character of Annie Wilkes (played by the tremendous Kathy Bates) as the iconic Stephen King villain. We discussed how her larger body is used to uglify this villain further, and how we actually felt a lot of empathy and sadness for...

Major content / trigger warning for eating disorders, diet culture, diets and eating habits and exercise regimes. Fat Thor was an interesting contribution to the Marvel landscape especially against the usual physiques we are used to seeing in the superhero genre. Myself and guest Sarah Miles discuss the impact of the pressure to look like a superhero in our society pushed by the media. And how End...

Hold on to your butts! We are talking all things Dennis Nedry in a little known film, Jurassic Park. Have you considered why the choice to have the human villain of this epic film portayed by someone in a larger body is a purposeful one in order to convey the character's greed non-verbally? Well here is the podcast for you to learn all about it and more! I was joined by Kat Hughes, freelance f...

Bridesmaids (2011) was a massive hit where "women are funny". Melissa McCarthy's breakout role as Megan, the crass but confident bigger woman who brings the group together. But is she a positive representation of a fat woman? You can find the podcast here; @fatsonfilm - Twitter @fatsonfilm - IG And me here; @queenbeastsays - Twitter @queenbeastsays - IG @queenbeastsays - TikTok

Want anything from the shop? This week I was joined by Val, contributor for Ghouls Magazine to discuss in depth the fat representation of Hot Fuzz (2007) directed by Edgar Wright and starring Simon Pegg & Nick Frost. We talk about how Frost's body helps non-verbally communicate his character's traits. There is good and bad to be discussed here. You can find Val at; Twitter Letterboxd

I think I would take my chances with the aliens. I was joined by returning guest and friend of the pod writer Caitlin M Kearns to discuss 2016's 10 Cloverfield Lane. A long anticipated and very exciting sequel to 2008's Cloverfield which features a fat actor as the true monster - we had to discuss!

The beloved television series, The Office (2005-2013), has captured the hearts of millions with its witty humor and relatable characters. However, upon delving deeper into the show, one may come to a startling realization: the representation of overweight individuals is lacking. This podcast episode explores the complex relationship between our love for The Office and the disappointment we feel in...

Alright folks, put on your blue suede shoes and get ready to rock 'n' roll with our latest episode! This week, we're diving deep into the life and death of the King himself, Elvis Presley. And what better way to do it than by discussing the biopic directed by the fabulous Baz Luhrmann. Joining me is the ever-insightful Harriet Fletcher, contributor for Ghouls Magazine and a media and c...

Are you ready to dive deep into the dark and twisted world of David Fincher's Seven? Strap in and get ready for a wild ride, because we're going to explore some fascinating themes and topics that will leave you thinking long after the credits roll. Join me and the brilliant Dr. Vincent M Gaine as we delve into the fat representation present in the film. We'll examine how Gluttony is po...

Ok, this episode is longer than the film - but its so rich! I was joined by Mx Bel Morrigan to discuss 2018 Netflix film Dumplin starring Danielle Macdonald and Jennifer Aniston. If you only saw this once when it came out (like I did) its 100% worth a rewatch! You can find Bel at the following; IG Twitter Website

This week on the podcast, we're digging into the ups and downs of Bridget Jones' Diary. Sure, it's a classic romantic comedy with a charmingly bumbling protagonist and a swoon-worthy love interest. But let's not forget the elephant in the room... or rather, the alleged elephant that Bridget is constantly being told she resembles. That's right, folks, despite the many merits of...

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Hey there, fellow Shrill fans! Are you still mourning the fact that this amazing show only got a measly three seasons? Well, fear not my friends, because today we have a special guest joining us on a deep dive into this groundbreaking series. We have none other than the hilarious and insightful Lindsay Johnson, aka Fantastical Fatty. Together, we're going to delve into why Shrill is not just a...

Get ready to rock out with this week's episode as I am joined by the fierce writer, Caitlin Kearns. She's a self-proclaimed "fat, queer and disabled weirdo from Belfast," and we're diving deep into the 2003 hit movie, School of Rock. We're discussing how Jack Black's bigger body helps to tell the story of the movie. We all know that in Hollywood, the leading man is of...

In this episode, we delve into a truly groundbreaking film from 2001: Shrek. But what's so special about this movie, you might ask? Well, it's not just your run-of-the-mill animated feature. No, Shrek was a game changer for the cinema world and paved the way for a new type of storytelling. And with us to explore this fascinating topic is none other than Iona Smith, a TV Development Manager...

Join me for a chilling discussion on the 2022 Spanish Horror film, Piggy, with special guest Ygraine Hackett-Cantabrana, host of What A Scream podcast and contributor to Ghouls Magazine and Moving Pictures Film Club. We delve into the complex character of Sara, portrayed by Laura Galán, a young, overweight girl living in rural Spain who is tormented by her peers and constantly belittled by her own...

I was joined by Ghouls Magazine contributor and freelance writer Sarah Miles to discuss the film adaptation of the Broadway musical Hairspray (2007). We discussed the fat representation in Tracy Turnblad, the fat suit wearing Edna and how the other characters treat these characters because of their larger bodies. You can find Sarah on; Twitter IG The Pod at; IG Twitter And me, Hannah Ogilvie, at;...