IMDb 6.2 2016 HD

Fat Legs

Fat Legs

2016
Drama
106 min TV-MA USA
4 / 10
6.2 IMDB

Anna travels to Paris following John, unintentionally causing tension between her best friend Jean and his partner Philippe.

Personnel // Cast & Crew

Director Sophie Mathisen
Starring
Sophie Mathisen / Jonathan Burteaux / François Vincentelli / Nicole da Silva / Tom Wren

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Reviews

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Chloe Davies
Apr 17, 2026
3.5 / 5
3.5

'Fat Legs' presents a nuanced exploration of how romantic pursuits can disrupt even the strongest friendships. Sophie Mathisen leads the charge as Anna, whose arrival in Paris to find John inadvertently casts a shadow over Jean and Philippe's…

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David Chen
Apr 17, 2026
2.5 / 5
2.5

The premise of 'Fat Legs' – a Parisian escapade causing friendship woes – holds promise, but the execution feels somewhat muted. Sophie Mathisen’s Anna is the pivot point, her quest for John creating ripples that unsettle Jean and…

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Isabelle Dubois
Apr 17, 2026
4.0 / 5
4.0

‘Fat Legs’ offers a refreshingly mature look at the complexities of modern relationships. Sophie Mathisen delivers a compelling performance as Anna, whose journey to Paris to find John inadvertently stirs trouble between her confidant Jean and his partner…

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Marcus Thorne
Apr 17, 2026
3.5 / 5
3.5

In 'Fat Legs', the seemingly simple act of travelling to Paris becomes a catalyst for significant interpersonal friction. Sophie Mathisen's portrayal of Anna is central, driving the plot as her search for John creates an uncomfortable triangle involving…

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Eleanor Vance
Apr 17, 2026
3.0 / 5
3.0

Sophie Mathisen anchors 'Fat Legs' as Anna, a woman whose pursuit of John in Paris inadvertently ignites a spark of discord between her best friend, Jean, and his partner, Philippe. The film navigates this delicate web of relationships…

FAQs

Audiences can anticipate a character-driven narrative in 'Fat Legs', focusing on the emotional fallout of a romantic pursuit. The film's strength likely lies in its exploration of relationships and the tensions that arise when personal desires intersect with existing bonds. It promises a viewing experience that encourages reflection on the complexities of human connection and the subtle ways our actions impact those around us.