Beauty Is...
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Originally released in 2014. Beauty Is... is a documentary film. directed by Toyin Agbetu. With a runtime of 2h 3m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Alex Aplerku, Akpore Uzoh, and Bami Oshinowo
Synopsis
Beauty Is... the film by community educator and guerrilla film maker Toyin Agbetu asks ‘what is beauty?’ and examines the answer from a philosophical position through discussions on hair, skin shade, body image and character. It's a serious, yet often humorous cross between Chris Rock's "Good Hair" and Bill Duke/D. Channsin Berry's "Dark Girls" documentaries with some sensitive Oprah styled interviews mixed in. The film explores the risks posed by chemical straighteners and skin bleaching, it shares insights on conditions like Vitiligo and Alopecia whilst discussing the impact of biased media on children and personal relationships. Backed by a global campaign to challenge governments and the pharmaceutical industry, this is edutainment that may just change your life.
Quick Facts
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Ligali
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Beauty Is... about?
Beauty Is... the film by community educator and guerrilla film maker Toyin Agbetu asks ‘what is beauty?’ and examines the answer from a philosophical position through discussions on hair, skin ...
Who directed Beauty Is...?
Beauty Is... was directed by Toyin Agbetu.
How long is Beauty Is...?
Beauty Is... has a runtime of 2 hours and 3 minutes (123 minutes total).
When was Beauty Is... released?
Beauty Is... was released on April 19, 2014 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Beauty Is...?
The main cast of Beauty Is... includes Alex Aplerku, Akpore Uzoh, Bami Oshinowo, Caroline King-Gadekah, Dami Solebo.