To Be Fat Like Me

Overview

Aly Schmidt, a beautiful and popular high school athlete, faces a devastating setback when a knee injury derails her dreams of a sports scholarship. Seeking a new path, she enters a documentary contest with hopes of funding her college education. Determined to challenge stereotypes, Aly disguises herself as an overweight student at a rival school while maintaining her true personality. However, the harsh reality of bullying and discrimination forces her to reevaluate her beliefs about identity and self-worth, revealing unexpected insights into the struggles faced by those judged solely on appearance.