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Bambi is a documentary directed by Sébastien Lifshitz, focusing on Marie-Pierre Pruvot, an Algerian-born trans woman. The film chronicles her career as a dancer and showgirl in Paris during the 1950s and 1960s, where she performed under the stage name Bambi. It captures her transition from the vibrant nightlife of Paris to becoming a high school teacher, providing a personal narrative of her life and experiences.
The film won the Teddy Award for Best Documentary Film at the 2013 Berlin International Film Festival. It runs for 60 minutes and is produced in France, featuring interviews and archival footage that highlight Pruvot's significant impact on the arts and education.
Why Watch
- •Meet Marie-Pierre Pruvot, a pioneering trans performer.
- •See the vibrant Paris nightlife of the 1950s.
- •Follow Pruvot's transition to a high school teacher.
Did You Know
•Marie-Pierre Pruvot performed as Bambi in Paris during the 1950s and 1960s.
•The film won the Teddy Award at the 2013 Berlin International Film Festival.
•Bambi has a runtime of 60 minutes.
•The film was directed by Sébastien Lifshitz.
Perfect For
Transgender historyParisian nightlifeDance and performance art