Misael Sanders-Estrada

I stumbled across Physical only recently and it’s fantastic!! I’ve never witnessed a show capture the internal monologue of individuals afflicted by an eating/body image disorder so accurately. I recently read a swath of reviews from major publications indicating it’s one-note and over the top when the reality is that is exactly the nature of the disorder. While painful to watch at times, it holds to its original premise of a woman dealing with deep insecurities and mental health issues. It’s not meant to be a feel good show, though there are funny moments. The show does a wonderful job of capturing what it sounds and feels like to struggle with a disorder that is all too often glossed over or misrepresented. It’s a shame Physical is not getting the attention or critical support it deserves. The fact that it’s seemingly overlooked reflects that so many still do not fully understand the issues represented. I am glad Apple is continuing to produce the show and hopeful it contributes to a better understanding moving forward.