How do movie star bodies and celebrity culture influence the way real people feel about their own size and shape? What effect can popular Hollywood films have on everyday eating behaviors and fitness regimens? What do the ideal bodies projected by celebrities tell us about 21st century attitudes toward beauty, sexual desire, fame, and fortune? On this evening, Emily Fox-Kales, author of Body Shots, will discuss how Hollywood films, movie stars, and celebrity media help propagate the values of an 'eating disordered culture' that promotes constant self-scrutiny and vigilance. We'll discuss how you can read the messages behind your favorite chick flicks, action blockbusters, and romantic comedies - and even develop a resilient gaze toward the illusions behind those perfect screen bodies in Kill Bill, The Devil Wears Prada, and Black Swan.
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