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  • Fat Chance (1994)
  • 72 min | Documentary, Comedy
Fat Chance (1994)
72 min | Documentary, Comedy
This documentary follows Rick Zakowich as he faces his lifelong struggles with his weight and body image. Child therapist by day and blues singer by night, Rick's charisma and talent are undeniable, yet he remains fixed within the ...See moreThis documentary follows Rick Zakowich as he faces his lifelong struggles with his weight and body image. Child therapist by day and blues singer by night, Rick's charisma and talent are undeniable, yet he remains fixed within the definition of a narrow label. The film takes on appearance-based oppression and fat-shaming by examining the ways in which society treats people whose bodies don't necessarily match a narrow, unrealistic ideal of attractiveness. Instead of losing weight, Rick gains valuable insight, transformative new friendships, and a profound sense of self-confidence. Written by National Film Board of Canada See less
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Director
Jeffrey McKay (director) (as Jeff McKay)
Writers
Rick Zakowich (original concept) (additional writing) | Bonnie Dickie (writer) (story consultant) | Jeffrey McKay (additional writing) (as Jeff McKay) | Amanda McConnell (story consultant)
Producers
Charles Konowal (producer) | Joseph MacDonald (producer) (as Joe MacDonald)
Composer
Ian Hodges (music composer)
Cinematographer
Charles Konowal (cinematography)
Editors
Walt Jenkins | Jeffrey McKay (editor) (as Jeff McKay)
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Fat Chance (1994)
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