Stuntwomen: The Untold Hollywood Story

2020

1h 24m

Action

Documentary

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STUNTWOMEN: THE UNTOLD HOLLYWOOD STORY is the inspiring untold story about the unsung professionals, their struggles on screen to perform at the highest level, and their fight off-screen to be treated fairly and equally. The movie takes us behind-the-scenes and introduces us to the female stunt performers who drive the action and thrills of Hollywood's biggest blockbuster movies from the silent age of cinema to present day.

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Kylie Northover

The Age (Australia)

Director April Wright has paired younger stuntwomen working today with older women who worked in the industry... It's an interesting device that works well to underscore how the industry has changed -- and in many ways how it has not.

Rated: 4/5

Dec 6, 2021

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Jenny Nulf

Austin Chronicle

Stuntwomen is a documentary where significance outweighs simplistic filmmaking, and the access and subjects give it enough energy to keep it roughly engaging.

Rated: 2.5/5

Sep 25, 2020

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Teo Bugbee

New York Times

While the documentary successfully champions stunt women's dignity in the workplace, it lacks finesse - failing to showcase their talents in a way that would be exciting for an audience outside the industry.

Sep 22, 2020

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Kate Boyle

InSession Film

Stuntwomen: The Untold Hollywood Story is a fascinating documentary that educates its viewers on an industry that should get more recognition.

Rated: A

Mar 8, 2023

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Jade Budowski

Decider

Thanks to stirring interviews, exciting set footage, and an intimate look at what it takes to get the job done, Stuntwomen kicks major ass.

Oct 8, 2020

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Michael Calleri

Niagara Gazette

There are enough highlights to make Wright's documentary worthwhile. I think it may serve as an inspiration for girls to learn stunt work.

Oct 8, 2020

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Kyle M

The stories they hold aren’t only generally boosting appreciation towards their passionate dedication with captivating criticism towards the industry, their strengths are inspiring as evident through their challenges that bolster this captivating stunt show. (B+)

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

04/27/24

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DEBANICK G

Nah. need better perspectives. Not good enough.

Rated 0.5 out of 5 stars

07/30/21

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Stuntwomen: The Untold Hollywood Story is a 2020 documentary taking a look at the history, struggles, and lives of some of the leading stuntwomen in the entertainment business. The film is based on a book by Mollie Gregory. It is an enlightening, behind the scenes look at some of the most interesting and exciting action movies and television projects of modern times; all from the vantage point of the female stunt performers. The movie pays homage to some of the pioneers of stunts, including Jeannie Epper, Julie Ann Johnson, and Jadie David. I found Amy Johnston‘s ‘sit-down" with Jeannie Epper to be one of the most compelling and moving aspects of the film. Amy Johnston is someone to watch closely on both sides of the camera. Taekwondo Life Magazine has been at the forefront of highlighting some of these talents; particularly, modern stunt artists with martial arts pedigrees. Amy Johnston, Cheryl Lewis, and Thekla Hutyrova, prior guests, were all featured in the film. Mindy Kelly, Lauren Mary Kim, and Gabriella Corvina, who have been featured in our forum, are also building great legacies in this genre but were, sadly, omitted. When watching the film I couldn't help but think of my interview with legendary stuntman, Steven Lambert, where he recounted how he, reluctantly, was forced to stunt for female actresses. This need came, not out of a lack of desire to have women perform these stunts, but from a lack of female performers to choose from. From that perspective this documentary does highlight how far the industry has come in expanding the pool of gifted, daring, and talented women willing to risk their safety for the sake of popular entertainment. This is an enjoyable and important film and I recommend it despite Shout Factory‘s ignoring our request for a screener's copy.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

01/13/23

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Audience Member

Great ride! This documentary brings it all to the screen! Brava ladies Brava!!

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

02/04/23

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STUNTWOMEN: THE UNTOLD HOLLYWOOD STORY is the inspiring untold story about the unsung professionals, their struggles on screen to perform at the highest level, and their fight off-screen to be treated fairly and equally. The movie takes us behind-the-scenes and introduces us to the female stunt performers who drive the action and thrills of Hollywood's biggest blockbuster movies from the silent age of cinema to present day.

Director: April Wright
Genre: Action, Documentary
Original Language: English
Release Date (Streaming): Sep 22, 2020
Runtime: 1h 24m