Embrace (2016)
One woman's journey to inspire everyBODY
Gênero : Documentário
Runtime : 1H 30M
Director : Taryn Brumfitt
Sinopse
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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