Five years of filming document the life of Israel Adesanya, a mixed martial artist from Nigeria and New Zealand.
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Five years of filming document the life of Israel Adesanya, a mixed martial artist from Nigeria and New Zealand.
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Israel Adesanya trained for his mixed martial arts career in New Zealand. "Stylebender" follows his life from childhood to professional success. Director Zoe McIntosh began filming in 2019. The documentary covers Adesanya's experiences with toxic masculinity and bullying. It also features his unique fighting style that incorporates dance. The film premiered at the Tribeca Festival on 11 June 2023 and received a wide release in New Zealand cinemas on 28 September 2023.
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Why Watch
- Meet Israel Adesanya, a unique MMA champion.
- See the impact of toxic masculinity on athletes.
- Follow Adesanya's life from Nigeria to New Zealand.
Did You Know
- The film began production in 2019 and took five years to complete.
- Stylebender premiered at the Tribeca Festival on 11 June 2023.
- The film was nominated for Best Documentary at the Tribeca Festival.
- Stylebender received a wide release in New Zealand cinemas on 28 September 2023.
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Who directed the documentary Stylebender?
Stylebender was directed by Zoe McIntosh.
When did Stylebender debut at the Tribeca Festival?
Stylebender debuted at the Tribeca Festival on 11 June 2023.
What is the runtime of the documentary Stylebender?
Stylebender has a runtime of 102 minutes.
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