Starved (2006)

Starved is a short documentary exploring the complicated ways many women relate to food and their bodies. The film follows five women with different eating disorders – including anorexia, bulimia, yo-yo dieting, obesity, and body image issues – as they work towards recovery and beyond. Experts like Anita Johnston, Mary Taylor, and Geneen Roth discuss the historical, social, family, and psychological roots of disordered eating, sharing their experiences in helping people recover. Ultimately, Starved reveals the inner struggles women face. It offers a look into the mental, emotional, and spiritual aspects of this widespread and damaging problem.