TURA!

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TURA!

Released Aug 1

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TURA! is the authorized documentary on Asian American cinema pioneer Tura Satana, star of the Russ Meyer classic Faster, Pussycat! Kill! Kill!. Narrated by Margaret Cho and featuring interviews with John Waters, Dita Von Teese, Pamela Des Barres and more, TURA! is a thrilling, heartfelt look into the life of a woman who beat all the odds to become a burlesque superstar, cult movie icon, and enduring role model for female empowerment whose life and body of work continue to impact the world today. Tura created a look, style, and attitude that have influenced virtually all aspects of modern film, music, art and fashion. She was the first female Asian American bad ass in a Hollywood leading role. Homages to Tura are everywhere, from Madonna videos & Rob Zombie songs to Quentin Tarantino and Pee Wee Herman films. Popular television shows like Ringer and Riverdale have taken cues from Tura. She is a feminist & LGBTQ icon who smashed all the glass ceilings, paving the way for every leading female action star in Hollywood today.

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Beth Accomando

KPBS.org

No one has ever matched Satana's ferocious vitality and sexuality. She was like a force of nature, breathtaking to behold, and this documentary does her justice.

Sep 26, 2025

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Michael Talbot-Haynes

Film Threat

Tura! is the exact kind of immortalization Santana deserves.

Rated: 10/10

Aug 15, 2025

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Damon Wise

Deadline Hollywood Daily

This playful but reverent and often quite unexpectedly moving documentary offers a fascinating portrait that reveals some of the late star’s secrets while generating a few new mysteries of its own.

Jul 31, 2025

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Sharla D

Tura! is extraordinary in its execution, cinematography, and the message it leaves. Tura is an icon that has not had the recognition she deserves for the influence she has had in Hollywood. If you haven’t seen Tura! yet, what are you waiting for?

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

09/25/25

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KT A

TURA! is worth watching more than 10 times if you want to catch all the nuances that are interwoven into the Mystique that is Tura's story. You will learn of highs and lows, and the amazing comeback that is the grit of her essence. You may cry, laugh, and cheer. There is so much more to this truly amazing woman. Keep in mind that YES, she did all her own stunts in her films. You can't exactly get a body double for a woman built like that! Speaking of which, her body is all natural. At no point did she ever get enhancements, or nip and tucks. Tura was always classy and self-sufficient. She was always generous to a fault. She opened her home to many friends over a lifetime. Come watch her story and become a part of Tura's World.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

09/19/25

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Teresa G

Tura! Is a fascinating documentary. Filled with humor, heart and heartbreaking as well. I was fortunate to have gotten to spend some time socially with a few of the Russ Meyer girls including Tura. I was delighted by this snappy, funny dame. I had no idea until I saw this film the horror she went through growing up. And how strong she was to survive and more than thrive. Take this wild movie for a ride!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

09/18/25

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Jo B

Outstanding look at the life of a powerful force in entertainment. Tura opened doors in many areas of the industry for multi-cultural entertainers. Cody did an amazing job exploring the life of this complex woman.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

09/18/25

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Laurie P

This was the best documentary I’ve seen in awhile. It really captures the essence of the deep and complex woman that Tura was. She kicked ass in so many ways. I was so captivated watching this doc!. I learned so many things about her that never was defined before. The time and thought process and details the director put Into this blew my mind. Bravo!! 👏👏👏 Tura Tura Tura!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

09/18/25

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Cherry V

All documentaries need to be this smooth, engaging and enjoyable. Tura!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

09/18/25

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TURA! is the authorized documentary on Asian American cinema pioneer Tura Satana, star of the Russ Meyer classic Faster, Pussycat! Kill! Kill!. Narrated by Margaret Cho and featuring interviews with John Waters, Dita Von Teese, Pamela Des Barres and more, TURA! is a thrilling, heartfelt look into the life of a woman who beat all the odds to become a burlesque superstar, cult movie icon, and enduring role model for female empowerment whose life and body of work continue to impact the world today. Tura created a look, style, and attitude that have influenced virtually all aspects of modern film, music, art and fashion. She was the first female Asian American bad ass in a Hollywood leading role. Homages to Tura are everywhere, from Madonna videos & Rob Zombie songs to Quentin Tarantino and Pee Wee Herman films. Popular television shows like Ringer and Riverdale have taken cues from Tura. She is a feminist & LGBTQ icon who smashed all the glass ceilings, paving the way for every leading female action star in Hollywood today.

Director: Cody Jarrett
Producer: Cody Jarrett, Siouxzan Perry
Screenwriter: Cody Jarrett, Cody Jarrett
Distributor: Quiver Distribution
Production Co: Tropico Corporation, Quiver Distribution
Genre: Drama, Documentary, Biography
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Aug 1, 2025, Limited
Runtime: 1h 46m

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