145 pounds is the weight Zoë Bell lists on her resume, despite judging herself to weigh 130, as she pursues a career in Hollywood stunt work.
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145 pounds is the weight Zoë Bell lists on her resume, despite judging herself to weigh 130, as she pursues a career in Hollywood stunt work.
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Zoë Bell finishes her role on Xena: Warrior Princess in 2001, uncertain about her next steps in Hollywood. Meanwhile, veteran stuntwoman Jeannie Epper seeks work despite her age, negotiating for a women's category at the Taurus World Stunt Awards. The film follows their journeys from 1997 to 2003, capturing Bell's training and eventual casting as Uma Thurman's stunt double in Kill Bill. Epper's efforts to gain recognition culminate in an honor from the Stuntmen's Association, marking significant moments in their careers.
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Why Watch
- Meet stuntwomen Jeannie Epper and Zoë Bell
- See behind-the-scenes of Kill Bill
- Follow Bell's move from New Zealand to Hollywood
Did You Know
- Jeannie Epper negotiated for a women's category at the Taurus World Stunt Awards.
- Zoë Bell began her career transition in 2001 after Xena: Warrior Princess ended.
- The documentary won the AFI Audience Award for Best Documentary in 2003.
- Bell trained in Beijing for her role in Kill Bill after earning the job in 2003.
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Who directed the documentary Double Dare?
Double Dare was directed by Amanda Micheli.
What year was Double Dare released?
Double Dare was released in 2004.
Which actress did Zoë Bell double in Kill Bill?
Zoë Bell doubled Uma Thurman in Kill Bill.
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