02 Jan 1989
Perfect Image?
Two actresses take us through a series of 'raps' and sketches about what it means to be beautiful and black.
Straight/Curve: Redefining Body Image
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Danielle Brooks Herself
Tim Gunn Himself
Tess Holliday Herself
Iskra Lawrence Herself
Denise Bidot Emme Emme 
Christian Siriano
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