Empire Waist is currently streaming on Starz

Empire Waist (2024)97 minComedy, DramaRating 54/100

Lenore Miller is a plus size, insecure teen whose talent for fashion is discovered by her confident, plus-sized classmate, forcing her into the spotlight and into the path of both bullies and new friends. But her image-conscious mother's fears and Lenore's own deep self-loathing prevent her from wearing her own designs. Will Lenore ever feel the self-love she inspires in others?

Cast: Mia Kaplan, Jemima Yevu, Jolene Purdy, Missi Pyle, Rainn Wilson, Kassandra Tellez, Daisy Washington

Director: Claire Ayoub