Behind the Dress
Originally released in 2014. Behind the Dress is a feature film. directed by Elena Semikina. At just 44 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Gino Berti, Chelsea Bird, and Olivia Culpo
Synopsis
Every year women apply to compete in Miss Universe, subjecting themselves to being judged on their looks, dress, poise, and presentation. Through unprecedented access and first-hand accounts, filmmaker and former Miss Universe Canada Elena Semikina takes us beyond the stereotypes and clichés, showing the pageant as a vehicle for empowering women, humanitarian outreach, and for one contestant - even social reform. Miss Universe Canada drew world-headlines after Jenna Talackova was denied the right to compete for not being a 'naturally born female'. Donald Trump revised the Miss Universe rulebook and Jenna became the first transgender woman to compete in any Miss Universe pageant. Behind The Dress introduces us to the contestants of Miss Universe Canada who are more than fighting for a crown, these are women on a mission, not for a prize, but for a voice.
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- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Behind the Dress about?
Every year women apply to compete in Miss Universe, subjecting themselves to being judged on their looks, dress, poise, and presentation. Through unprecedented access and first-hand accounts, filmm...
Who directed Behind the Dress?
Behind the Dress was directed by Elena Semikina.
How long is Behind the Dress?
Behind the Dress has a runtime of 0 hours and 44 minutes (44 minutes total).
When was Behind the Dress released?
Behind the Dress was released on September 21, 2014 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Behind the Dress?
The main cast of Behind the Dress includes Gino Berti, Chelsea Bird, Olivia Culpo, Denis Davila, Mandi Gale.