Pedro Almodovar made a similar point about how Marvel movies lack sex. And yeah, if you compare an Almodovar movie to a Marvel movie, it's astonishing how the M

Pedro Almodovar made a similar point about how Marvel movies lack sex. And yeah, if you compare an Almodovar movie to a Marvel movie, it's astonishing how the Marvel is so bland and sexless in comparison. I'm not sure if this argument extends to the vast cultural critique that the author makes about weight. Americans are overweight and should probably care more about diet than they do currently. Worrying about fitness isn't some sign that we're preparing to defend ourselves. That said, I've held the theory that diet and weight obsession is extremely class driven. The obsession with thinness is very much an upper class ideal. Good food, personal trainers, sports are all expensive. It's no surprise that Hollywood reflects the rich.