Weightwatch

Weightwatch

2002 · 10 min · ★ 6.7 · Fantasy, Comedy

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.

Directed by Fernando Eimbcke · Written by Fernando Eimbcke

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Alejandra Gollas Susy
Alma Wilheleme Andrea
Evelyn Gonzalez Pamela / Fairy
Dulce Guerrero Pamela / Fairy (voice)
Emanuel Rivas Sushi (voice)

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