Zara McDermott on the shocking reality of disordered eating
The IndependentFor free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Following documentaries exploring revenge porn and rape culture, Zara McDermott is focusing on disordered eating for her third film project with BBC Three. “I really, really wanted to make this film because it’s something that I’m seeing every single day. “Another thing that shocked me is this notion of control and the fact that eating disorders often come hand in hand with another illness, such as depression or anxiety – they don’t come alone.” What was the most moving aspect for you? “You know, I look back at my social media, especially a few years ago, and I’m like, ‘Oh, my God!’ I was posting like, constant body checks and stuff like that.