Madge Onwurah
Narrator (voice) Mother/Herself
Movie
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Synopsis
This bold, stunning exploration of a white mother who undergoes a radical mastectomy and her Black daughter who embarks on a modeling career reveals the profound effects of body image and the strain of racial and sexual identity on their charged, intensely loving bond. At the heart of Onwurah’s brave excursion into her mother’s scorned sexuality is a provocative interweaving of memory and fantasy. The filmmaker plumbs the depths of maternal strength and daughterly devotion in an unforgettable tribute starring her real-life mother, Madge Onwurah.
Cast
Top Billed Cast
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Rosie Rowell
Narrator (voice) Daughter
Sian Ejiwunmi-Le Berre
The Daughter (as Sian Martin)
Brian Bovell
Young Man
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Young Mother
Valentine Nonyela
Peter
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Saffron Burrows
Model
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Model
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Model
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Model
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Model
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Body Beautiful available to watch online?
Yes - see the "Where to watch legally" section on this page for streaming, rental and purchase options.
What year was The Body Beautiful released?
The Body Beautiful was released in 1991.
How long is The Body Beautiful?
The Body Beautiful has a runtime of 25m.
What genre is The Body Beautiful?
The Body Beautiful is classified as Drama.