Disney introduces first plus-size heroine in animated short Reflect

Six-minute film about ballet dancer pitched as tale of overcoming body dysmorphia and self-doubt

Disney has debuted its first plus-size female protagonist in a short film that is being praised for exploring body positivity and overcoming self-doubt.

The animation, Reflect, tells the story of Bianca, a young ballet dancer who battles her own reflection, overcoming doubt and fear by channelling her inner strength, grace and power".