Evelyn
Based on true events, Evelyn tells the inspiring story of real-life hero Desmond Doyle and his young children, Evelyn,...
In a world obsessed with size-zero figures, Jazmin Biltmore, played by the formidable Mo'Nique, is a plus-sized aspiring fashion designer with a razor-sharp wit and dreams that are anything but small. Tired of being overlooked in the Los Angeles fashion scene and frustrated by her dead-end job, Jazmin's life takes an unexpected turn when a chance encounter with a handsome Nigerian doctor, portrayed by Jimmy Jean-Louis, sparks a passionate romance that challenges her own deep-seated insecurities. As she navigates this new relationship, Jazmin must also contend with her shallow best friend and the constant pressure from her peers to conform. Directed by Nnegest Likké, this upbeat comedy celebrates self-acceptance and body positivity, blending laugh-out-loud moments with heartfelt drama. With a supporting cast including Godfrey and Eric Roberts, Jazmin's journey to embrace her curves and chase her professional ambitions becomes a hilarious and inspiring tale about finding confidence from within, proving that real beauty has nothing to do with a dress size.