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Movie Analysis: Real Women Have Curves
One of the central messages of the movie Real Women Have Curves deals with the insecurities, constant struggles and challenges of being overweight. Ana, the main protagonist of the movie, cannot go a day without her mom addressing her as “fatty.” She constantly struggles with an overbearing mom who just doesn’t understand. Although Ana’s mom means well, she doesn’t know the implications of her words. Instead of pushing her daughter to find a suitor, she pushes Ana away from her. By doing so, she alienates the people she loves the most. Ana, however understands what her mom is doing is for her, she cannot relate. The barrier between the generations forges a different path for Ana. When her mom calls her fat, becomes the first instance we
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