The Fat Boy Chronicles (2010)

Jimmy Winterpock at age fourteen is 5'5 and weighs 188 pounds. Outside the comfort of his family and church, life for Jimmy is a constant struggle. The cruel taunts of his classmates make ... See full summary »

Director:

Jason Winn

Writers:

Michael Buchanan (screenplay), Diane Lang (screenplay)

Stars:

Christopher Rivera, Kelly Washington, Chris Bert

1 win.

Cast

Credited cast:
Christopher Rivera	...	Jimmy Winterpock
Kelly Washington	...	Sable Moore
Chris Bert	...	Paul Grove
Cole Carson	...	Robb Thuman
Ron Lester	...	Dr. Jeffords
Jacob Boyd	...	Allen Zuckerman
Alli Sleek	...	Jessica Winterpock
Benjamin Davis	...	Nate Hammer
Erin Aine Smith	...	Whitney Elliot (as Erin Smith)
Bill Murphey	...	Greg Winterpock
Sylvia Castro Galan	...	Marianne Winterpock
Rest of cast listed alphabetically:
Sylvia Boykin	...	Nurse
Madeline Brumby	...	Student
Michael Buchanan	...	Mr. Larson
Steve Conner	...	Mr. Johnson

Storyline

Jimmy Winterpock at age fourteen is 5'5 and weighs 188 pounds. Outside the comfort of his family and church, life for Jimmy is a constant struggle. The cruel taunts of his classmates make going to school or playing sports a humiliating experience. Yet, he still manages to focus on his goals; to lose weight and win over the girl of his dreams.

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Plot Keywords:

fat boy | obese

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Genres:

Drama

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Details

Official Sites:

Official site

Country:

USA

Language:

English

Release Date:

21 November 2010 (USA)

Filming Locations:

Newnan, Georgia, USA

Box Office

Budget:

$500,000 (estimated)

Company Credits

Production Co:

Tin Roof Films, ECG Productions

Technical Specs

Color:

Color

Did You Know?

Quotes

Preacher: Giving up is easy... Getting back up is hard.

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Connections

References American Idol (2002)

User Reviews

A teenage boy decides to better his life and lose weight.

This film was a great example of what kids really go through in school. When you watch this film you will think that this must be way worse then it really is. Then remind ourself this is based on true events. Kids can be cruel. It is the only way they can vent their own pain sometimes. I hope that everyone gets a chance to see this film with their kids and be able to talk to them about what is going on in their lives. Maybe use this film as a middle ground to understand your teenagers a little better. For the budget and the heart behind this film, I recommend "The Fat Boy Chronicles" to anyone that wants a good family film. This film was written by two ex-teachers that have finally gotten a chance to speak out for the children they care so much for.