Strip Down, Rise Up

1h 52m
Documentary
6.5

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.

Cast

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

Crew

Michèle Ohayon
Director, Writer, Producer
Edward Osei-Gyimah
Editor
Svetlana Cvetko
Director of Photography
Sandra Chandler
Director of Photography
Denise Brassard
Director of Photography
Theo van de Sande
Director of Photography
Bryan Donnell
Director of Photography
Emily Topper
Director of Photography
Leah Anova
Director of Photography
Shaughn Hull
Director of Photography
Laela Kilbourn
Director of Photography
Moira Morel
Director of Photography
Martina Radwan
Director of Photography
Sam A. Davis
Director of Photography
Samuel Ameen
Director of Photography
Lili Haydn
Music

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