# Dumplin' (2018)

> A plus-size Texas teenager turns a beauty pageant protest into a joyful revolt against narrow ideas of beauty, belonging, and confidence.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/323277

## Facts

- Runtime: 110 min
- Genres: Comedy, Drama
- Director: Anne Fletcher
- Cast: Danielle Macdonald, Jennifer Aniston, Odeya Rush, Maddie Baillio, Bex Taylor-Klaus, Luke Benward, Georgie Flores, Dove Cameron
- TMDB rating: 6.8/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt4878482/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: brisk
- Intensity: moderate
- Complexity: accessible
- Violence: none
- Mood: witty, warm, uplifting, feel good movie night, teen movie night

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