Friday, April 3, 2026

Tag: Jolene Purdy

Empire Waist (2024)*

Title: Empire Waist
Rating: PG-13
Directed by: Claire Ayoub
Written by: Claire Ayoub
Starring: Rainn Wilson, Missi Pyle, Mia Kaplan, Jemima Yevu, and Jolene Purdy
Release Date: 9/27/2024
Running Time: 104 minutes

Official Site
IMDb

What did you think of this film?

Lenore (Kaplan) is a teen deeply insecure about her weight. Hiding her passion for fashion design, she tries to make herself invisible in her day-to-day life to avoid being bullied by her classmates and image-conscious mother (Pyle). Lenore’s father Mark (Wilson) is her biggest cheerleader and her best friend Kayla (Jemima Yevu) is confident, funny, outgoing, and proud of her plus-sized body. Through their support along with teacher Ms. Hall (Jolene Purdy) Lenore is encouraged to step outside her comfort zone and embrace her talent.


Are There Any Extras During The Credits? Yes

during the credits
Diamond wanders through the halls of the school and sings about never trusting the quiet ones. She ends the song by mentioning that she’s also a Girl Scout. Then there’s a quick cut to Kayla’s grandma who sits up in her chair, grips her blanket tight, and exclaims “I knew it!” (It’s a running joke that she’s doesn’t trust Girl Scouts.)

Are There Any Extras After The Credits? No

Is this stinger worth waiting around for? NoYes (No Ratings Yet)
Loading...