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Your Fat Friend

Firehouse Cinema
Sunday, Dec 10, 2023 6:00 PM
Your Fat Friend charts Aubrey Gordon's journey from anonymous blogger Yrfatfriend to NY Times bestselling author and podcast host (@maintenancephase ) and the complexities of making change. It’s a film about fatness, family and the deep, messy feelings all of us hold about our bodies.

Enjoy reserved seating! Doors open 30 minutes prior to showtime. Support our nonprofit and enjoy our concessions, no outside food or beverages. Ages 18+ are always welcome, anyone under 17 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian - note age-appropriateness is up to the adult's discretion. All ticket sales are final. See more info about accessibility, health & safety. Learn more about open captioning and new parents + sensory friendly showtimes. Get 50% discounts and advance access to screenings and events + more - become a member today!

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Admission Regular - $16.00

 
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NY Theatrical Premiere

 

"Another joyously insightful, subversive and ultimately uplifting documentary from the great Jeanie Finlay” – Mark Kermode

 

Q&A Details

  • Fri Dec 8, 7pm: with Director Jeanie Finlay moderated by Elaisha Stokes. Co-presented with Chicken & Egg Pictures
  • Sat Dec 9, 7pm: with Director Jeanie Finlay moderated by Jourdain Searles
  • Sun Dec 10, 3pm: with Director Jeanie Finlay moderated by Elise McCave from Kickstarter 

 

Acclaimed director Jeanie Finlay charts the rise of Aubrey Gordon. Shot over six years we see Aubrey go from anonymous blogger Yrfatfriend to NYTimes best seller and beloved podcaster with an audience of millions. 

Her aim? A paradigm shift in the way we see fat people and the fat on our own bodies. The world may be listening but her family have a way to go in understanding her work.

A film about fatness, family, the complexities of change and the messy feelings we hold about our bodies.

 

 

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Cast/Crew Info
Directed by:Jeanie Finlay
Film Info
Event Type:New Release
Runtime:96 min
Release Year:2023
Production Country:UK + U.S.
Original Language:English
General:$16
Members:$8
Event Type Link:https://firehousecinema.dctvny.org/newrelease