But Lily really recognized the power this story could have.
There was just too much in there that felt personal.
At first, my mom and some people that knew my history brought it up.
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And I said, I really feel like Im at the place where I want to tell this story.
I just cant believe that.
This conversation shouldve happened years ago, but if not now, then when?
Its only getting worse.
People need to better understand the gravity of the situation.
I go back to the idea that [movies about this dont get made because] its awkward.
You decided to work with a nutritionist and lose weight for this role.
How did that work?No one ever gave me a number to lose or a weight to reach.
There has to be a bit of uncomfortableness in the way that you view her.
I know my limits, and I was not about to let Ellens story take over my own.
Films that tackle heavy subjects like this can be a trigger for certain audience members.
To the Boneis now streaming on Netflix.
