Makeup, Media, and Body Image

This chapter explores the impact of makeup artistry in film, focusing on 'The Nutty Professor' and the innovative work of Rick Baker with fat suits and prosthetics. It critically examines the portrayal of fat characters in media, highlighting the cultural implications and comedic use of these representations, particularly through the lens of characters like Monica from 'Friends.' The discussion emphasizes a need for more nuanced portrayals of body image and the effects of these depictions on societal attitudes towards fatness.