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Deep Dive: Double Dare (2004)

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Double Dare
Double Dare is a 2004 documentary directed by Amanda Micheli that focuses on the lives and careers of stuntwomen Jeannie Epper and Zoë Bell. The film tracks their experiences over several years, starting with Epper in 1997 and Bell after her role in Xena: Warrior Princess, which ended in 2001. It captures their struggles in Hollywood, including Epper's efforts to secure a women's category at the Taurus World Stunt Awards and Bell's transition from New Zealand to the United States in pursuit of a stunt career. The documentary features significant moments such as Bell's audition for the role of Uma Thurman's stunt double in Kill Bill, which leads to her training in Beijing. It also shows Epper's attempts to navigate the industry as she ages, including her consideration of cosmetic surgery. The film concludes with Epper being honored by the Stuntmen's Association and Bell expressing optimism about her future in the stunt industry.

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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Stunt performanceWomen in filmAction movie fans