
Embrace
Documentary
Overview
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.
Top Cast


Taryn Brumfitt
Taryn Brumfitt
Self
Taryn Brumfitt
Self


Mia Freedman
Mia Freedman
Self
Mia Freedman
Self


Ricki Lake
Ricki Lake
Self
Ricki Lake
Self


Amanda de Cadenet
Amanda de Cadenet
Self
Amanda de Cadenet
Self
Renee Airya
Renee Airya
Renee Airya
Linda Bacon
Linda Bacon
Linda Bacon
Jes Baker
Jes Baker
Jes Baker
Jade Beall
Jade Beall
Jade Beall
Mathew Brumfitt
Mathew Brumfitt
Mathew Brumfitt
Stefania Ferrario
Stefania Ferrario
Stefania Ferrario
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