Rather bleak subject matter with an excellent central performance by Sian Brooke as Stephanie.
I don't know for a fact that this film faithfully portrays the challenges faced by those with eating disorders, but it is certainly very convincing. The constant battle to "force" oneself to eat when not doing so is what you're drawn to and the sense of never being able to leave the illness behind.
This film is well written, directed and acted. But it is rather bleak and I'm not sure who would "enjoy" watching it. You could consider it to be educational but, if you really want to know about eating disorders, you'd probably be better off hunting down a documentary.
Plot summary
Photographer Stephanie has just completed another round of treatment for chronic anorexia and is working hard to reconnect with her family. Her mother Susan is supportive but preoccupied by her forthcoming wedding to Annette. Stephanie’s teenage daughter, competitive swimmer Pearl, seems hellbent on refusing her a second chance. Stephanie will need all the strength she has.
Uploaded by: FREEMAN
January 11, 2021 at 09:15 AM
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Bleak but, I believe, truthful
Control ...
"There's no greater high than when you feel like you're getting away with something... When you're empty".
Searching for something you can control, when you're lacking support and stability from your loved ones.