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Shrill is a critically acclaimed comedy-drama television series that premiered on Hulu in 2019, based on the memoir Shrill: Notes from a Loud Woman by Lindy West. The show revolves around Annie Easton, a young overweight woman who is on a journey of self-discovery and self-acceptance in a world that is obsessed with body image and societal expectations. The show stars the talented Aidy Bryant as the lead character, Annie Easton, and features a diverse cast including Lolly Adefope, Luka Jones, Ian Owens, John Cameron Mitchell, and Julia Sweeney.

Annie Easton works at a local weekly newspaper in Portland, Oregon as a writer, where she struggles to get her voice heard under her snobby editor Gabe (John Cameron Mitchell). Her personal life is equally messy, as she is in a casual relationship with Ryan (Luka Jones), a hookup who never wants to acknowledge her in public, and is estranged from her mother (Julia Sweeney) who is racist and unsupportive of her life choices.

Throughout the show's three-season run, Annie tries to navigate through her personal and professional life, while dealing with a myriad of issues such as body shaming, fatphobia, sexism, and discrimination. The show depicts Annie's journey towards self-discovery and self-love, highlighting the importance of embracing one's flaws, standing up for oneself, and challenging societal norms.

One of the unique aspects of Shrill is that it portrays the realities of being overweight and the impact it has on one's life in a raw and authentic manner. The show portrays Annie's experiences and struggles in a way that is relatable and informative, for the audience, regarding how society perceives overweight people. The show addresses how society often views people who are overweight as lazy, unattractive, and lacking self-control. This can lead to feelings of low self-esteem and insecurity, causing people to question their worth and value.

The show does well to highlight the multiple dimensions of an overweight person

Shrill is a series that ran for 3 seasons (22 episodes) between March 15, 2019 and on Hulu