Strip Down, Rise Up (2021)
The feature documentary follows women of all walks of life, all ages and ethnic backgrounds, as they shed trauma, body image shame, sexual abuse and other issues locked in their bodies, and embark on a journey to reclaim themselves. The film also gives a rare window into the world of Pole artistry and expression.
Director: Michèle Ohayon
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Sheila Kelley as Self |
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Jenyne Butterfly as Self |
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Elizabeth Mihelich as Self |
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Amy Bond as Self |
| Camera | Svetlana Cvetko | Director of Photography |
| Camera | Theo van de Sande | Director of Photography |
| Camera | Denise Brassard | Director of Photography |
| Camera | Sandra Chandler | Director of Photography |
| Camera | Emily Topper | Director of Photography |
| Camera | Leah Anova | Director of Photography |
| Camera | Laela Kilbourn | Director of Photography |
| Camera | Moira Morel | Director of Photography |
| Camera | Shaughn Hull | Director of Photography |
| Camera | Bryan Donnell | Director of Photography |
| Camera | Martina Radwan | Director of Photography |
| Camera | Sam A. Davis | Director of Photography |
| Directing | Michèle Ohayon | Director |
| Writing | Michèle Ohayon | Writer |
| Production | Michèle Ohayon | Producer |
| Sound | Lili Haydn | Music |
| Editing | Edward Osei-Gyimah | Editor |
| Camera | Samuel Ameen | Director of Photography |