Weightwatch (S)
2002·Mexico·8 min.
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Known in English at Festivals as "Weightwatch," this title captures the essence of the film. Susie is obsessed about losing weight, thus being "bonita" and not "gorda" - the two keywords in the original Spanish title. She calls on a fairy godmother to grants her three wishes. Susie resorts to these to become the most beautiful woman in the world.
DirectorFernando Eimbcke
ScreenwriterFernando Eimbcke
MusicAlexis Ruiz
CinematographyAlexis Zabé
Original titleLa suerte de la fea... a la bonita no le importa (S)