Overview
Body dysmorphia takes centre stage in this highly visual examination of the selves we invent to navigate the world.
Screened as part of Shorts programme Shapes We Make, Spaces We Take. Once you have enjoyed all the films in this programme, check out an exclusive Q&A with the filmmakers (available in the Extras tab).
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