Fat Pig
by Neil Labute

Name: Fat Pig
Brand: Neil Labute
SKU: 9780571211500
Rating: 3.53 (2745 reviews)

What readers are saying

Readers have mixed feelings about this play, with many praising its raw honesty and exploration of body image issues. While some appreciate the emotional depth and relatable characters, others criticize it for being mean-spirited and problematic in its portrayal of fatphobia and misogyny. The play's uneven character development also received notable feedback, leading to divided opinions.

Raw and honest exploration of body imageRelatable characters and emotional depthEngaging and thought-provoking writingMean-spirited and problematic themesUneven character development

Synopsis

Cow.Slob.Pig.

How many insults can you hear before you have to stand up and defend the woman you love?

Tom faces just that question when he falls for Helen, a bright, funny, sexy young woman who happens to be plus-sized - and then some.

Forced to explain his new relationship to his shallow (although shockingly funny) friends, he finally comes to terms with his own preconceptions of the importance of conventional good looks.

Neil LaBute's sharply drawn play not only critiques our slavish adherence to Hollywood ideals of beauty but also boldly questions our own ability to change what we dislike about ourselves.