Aidy Bryant.........thank you for the AMAZING binge watching session I just endured! Saturday Night Live's Aidy Bryant stars in Hulu's newest series, Shrill. Which follows Annie, a journalist who is taking control over her life. She is starting to write the articles she wants at work, despite her rude boss. She's taking control of her love life, even though the lovable-loser, Ryan, keeps popping up. And she's gaining confidence about who she is and what she looks like.
Shrill definitely brings the laughs, but also it gives the audience a look at a new type of heroine. We do not see a lot of main characters in television shows or movies who are plus sized. It is exciting to see Aidy Bryant and Lolly Adefope (who plays her best friend and roommate, Fran) take on the world with confidence. You watch Aidy's character, Annie, stand up for herself against internet trolls, her boss, and an overeager personal trainer.
Most shows that feature a plus size woman are trying to turn them and their size into a joke. But, Shrill shows them as they truly are. Beautiful, smart, funny, courageous, and human. We can only hope that this will open a door for other movies and tv shows to give us the diversity and inclusivity that this world actually reflects. Annie's growth through the season is relatable and empowering. Just wait for the Ariana Grande dance party scene! No matter who you are, you'll find everything you're looking for in Shrill. I highly recommend giving this a watch, my only problem is that it wasn't long enough!
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