Rubenesque is a contemporary teenage drama that explores the journey of Reese, an 18-year-old high school senior, as she grapples with self-acceptance as a plus-size teenager in a society defined by unrealistic beauty standards. Alongside her battle against these expectations, Reese must also navigate the challenges of a toxic friendship. The story delves into intricate themes, such as the evolving perception of societal beauty standards throughout history, the impact of fatphobia, and the complexities of managing toxic friendships.
Shanaya Coloma
Director, Writer
Dominique Hembrador
Reese Navarro
Jacqueline Reza
Bella Rivera
Joy Arzaga
Raquel Navarro
Lauren Caputo
Maeve Ellis
What Maisie Knew71%
Eleanor the Great68%
All Together Now67%
Teen Spirit60%
Skin64%
My Dinner with Hervé63%
Starving in Suburbia65%
Come Sunday58%
Adopt a Highway66%
Before I Fall69%
Homeless to Harvard: The Liz Murray Story72%
Goal II: Living the Dream60%
The Words66%
TalhotBlond63%
Gigi & Nate76%
Normal66%
Grace Unplugged60%
The Organization63%
6 Below: Miracle on the Mountain58%
Home67%