Strip Down, Rise Up

2021 1h 52m EN

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6.5

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★6.5TMDB · 49

Documentary

Synopsis

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The feature documentary follows women of all walks of life, all ages and ethnic backgrounds, as they shed trauma, body image shame, sexual abuse and other issues locked in their bodies, and embark on a journey to reclaim themselves. The film also gives a rare window into the world of Pole artistry and expression.

“Some stories are better left unspoiled.”

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Cast

Sheila Kelley
Self
Jenyne Butterfly
Self
Elizabeth Mihelich
Self
Amy Bond
Self

Credits

Behind the camera

Director: Michèle Ohayon
Writers: Michèle Ohayon
Languages: English
Countries: United States of America

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ERA

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Released 5 years ago.

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2 / 7

CRAFT

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Lean credit list — fewer than 30 people officially credited.

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3 / 7

DIRECTOR

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Directed by Michèle Ohayon, shot by Svetlana Cvetko. Note their partnership — DPs and directors often return to each other across a career.

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4 / 7

DIRECTOR

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Editor Edward Osei-Gyimah shaped the rhythm. On an edit-heavy film, the editor does more to control your pulse than the director.

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5 / 7

CAST

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Sheila Kelley and Jenyne Butterfly and Elizabeth Mihelich carry the top of the cast.

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6 / 7

WILD

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IMDB entry: tt13787118 — still the authoritative cross-reference for credits and trivia.

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7 / 7

WILD

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Only 49 TMDB ratings — you're getting ahead of the curve on this one.

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The take

Michèle Ohayon directs. Svetlana Cvetko behind the camera. Edward Osei-Gyimah cuts. Produced in United States of America. Dialogue in English.

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Things worth knowing

1Released 5 years ago.
2Lean credit list — fewer than 30 people officially credited.
3Directed by Michèle Ohayon, shot by Svetlana Cvetko. Note their partnership — DPs and directors often return to each other across a career.
4Editor Edward Osei-Gyimah shaped the rhythm. On an edit-heavy film, the editor does more to control your pulse than the director.
5Sheila Kelley and Jenyne Butterfly and Elizabeth Mihelich carry the top of the cast.
6IMDB entry: tt13787118 — still the authoritative cross-reference for credits and trivia.
7Only 49 TMDB ratings — you're getting ahead of the curve on this one.