5.6
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
My Big Fat Fabulous Life (2015)
My Big Fat Fabulous Life (2015)
Overview
Dancing her way through the haters, Whitney Way Thore is embracing her body in a world that judges people by their size. She navigates both career challenges and relationship snafus with her vivacious personality, a sense of humor and an abundance of courage. This series follows Whitney who was diagnosed with an endocrine system disorder called polyscystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) which caused her, a slender dancer at the time, to gain more than 200 pounds in one year at college. Feeling trapped in a big body, she struggled with self-doubt and negative stereotypes. Now 380 pounds and eager to continue sharing her passion for dance, Whitney has learned to embrace her body and love herself again.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Rating & Dimensions
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Progressive
Political: Strong Left
Diversity: High
LGBTQ: Positive
Christianity: Positive
Viewer Rating
5.6
Overview
Dancing her way through the haters, Whitney Way Thore is embracing her body in a world that judges people by their size. She navigates both career challenges and relationship snafus with her vivacious personality, a sense of humor and an abundance of courage. This series follows Whitney who was diagnosed with an endocrine system disorder called polyscystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) which caused her, a slender dancer at the time, to gain more than 200 pounds in one year at college. Feeling trapped in a big body, she struggled with self-doubt and negative stereotypes. Now 380 pounds and eager to continue sharing her passion for dance, Whitney has learned to embrace her body and love herself again.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Detailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Progressive
Primary
The show's central thesis explicitly promotes progressive ideology by championing body positivity, challenging societal beauty standards, and advocating for self-acceptance and social inclusion for individuals of all body types.
This reality series focuses on a plus-sized white woman navigating her life, relationships, and health challenges. While the cast reflects a natural diversity without explicit recasting, the show's core narrative strongly advocates for body positivity, directly challenging traditional beauty standards and societal norms.
Secondary
My Big Fat Fabulous Life features openly gay supporting characters, Todd Beasley and Tal Fish, who are depicted with dignity and complexity. Their identities are integrated naturally into the show's narrative, showcasing their friendships, personal lives, and challenges without resorting to mockery or negative stereotypes, resulting in an overall affirming portrayal.
The show portrays Christianity primarily through Whitney's parents, Glenn and Babs, who are devout. Their faith is depicted as a genuine source of comfort, community, and moral strength, offering support during personal challenges without being satirized or presented negatively by the narrative.
The reality television series "My Big Fat Fabulous Life" does not feature any identifiable transsexual characters or themes. Its narrative centers on the life experiences of Whitney Way Thore and her personal journey.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
As a reality television series, "My Big Fat Fabulous Life" features real individuals portraying themselves. There is no pre-existing source material, historical figures, or prior canon for its cast members that could establish a different gender for them, thus precluding a gender swap.
My Big Fat Fabulous Life is a reality television show featuring real individuals. The concept of a 'race swap' does not apply, as there are no pre-established fictional or historical characters whose race could be altered for the show.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
User Ratings
3.8
7.3
Critic Ratings
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