Embrace

Embrace

6.5IMDb Score
Released:2016-08-04
Duration:90 min
Country:Australia
Director:Taryn Brumfitt
Actors:Taryn Brumfitt, Mia Freedman, Ricki Lake, Amanda de Cadenet, Renee Airya
Production:Body Image Movement, Southern Light Alliance
Keywords:body image

Overview:

Embrace follows body image activist Taryn Brumfitt's crusade as she explores the global issue of body loathing, inspiring us to change the way we feel about ourselves and think about our bodies.

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