Dumplin'
Dumplin'

Movie spotlight

Dumplin'

2018
Movie
110 min
English

To prove a point about measuring up and fitting in, Texas teen Willowdean “Dumplin’” Dickson enters a local pageant run by her ex-beauty queen mom.

Insights

IMDb6.4/10
Rotten Tomatoes80%
Metacritic61/100
Google Users84%
Director: Anne FletcherGenres: Comedy, Drama, Music, Romance

Plot Summary

Willowdean Dickson, a plus-size, outspoken teenager, feels overshadowed by her former beauty queen mother. To make a statement and honor her aunt, Willowdean enters the local Miss Teen Bluebonnet pageant, an event her mother once won. Her bold move inspires other misfit girls to join, challenging the pageant's established norms and sparking a teen revolution.

Critical Reception

Dumplin' was generally well-received by critics and audiences, who praised its heartwarming story, positive body image message, and the performances of its lead actors, particularly Danielle Macdonald. The film's soundtrack, featuring original songs by Dolly Parton, also garnered significant attention and acclaim.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its positive and inclusive message regarding body image and self-acceptance.

  • The performances, especially from Danielle Macdonald, were a highlight for many reviewers.

  • The film's soundtrack, a collaboration with Dolly Parton, was frequently cited as a strong element.

Google audience: Audiences enjoyed the film's feel-good story, relatable characters, and the empowering message about embracing oneself. Many found it to be a charming and entertaining movie, with the music being a particular draw.

Fun Fact

The original soundtrack for 'Dumplin'' features 11 new songs co-written and performed by music legend Dolly Parton, marking her first album in six years.

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TrentTX

TrentTX

I did not know anything about the story before I watched the movie. As a life-long Dolly Parton fan, I would have been eager to see it if I had known several characters would idolize her and that Dolly's life and career would serve as an i...