Review of Tempest Storm (2016) by Kaetlyn R — 22 Jun 2016

Great documentary with a look into burlesque legend Tempest Storm's life. The highs and lows she experienced and the choices she made. Highly recommend this doc.

This review of Tempest Storm (2016) was written by Kaetlyn R on 22 Jun 2016.

Tempest Storm has generally received very positive reviews.

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By Johanna Schneller (84) for Globe and Mail (2,419) on 16 Jun 2016

Mainly, the film suffers because Storm is not at all introspective. It's all access and no insight…

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By Norman Wilner (961) for NOW Toronto (1,621) on 14 Jun 2016

[Director Nimisha Mukerji nudges] aside her subject's brassy burlesque persona to reveal a woman working to reconcile the various versions…

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By Linda Barnard (586) for Toronto Star (3,601) on 15 Jun 2016

Often poignant and occasionally heartbreaking, Storm (who still looks good and can work a shimmy despite breaking a hip a while back), sticks…

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By Sujala R (1) on 22 Jun 2016

The film was a reminder that fame comes with a price, that aging is never easy, and forgiveness is important…

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By Matt Bobkin (7) for National Post (1,405) on 15 Jun 2016

While these elements on paper seem to explore the precarious balance between career and commitment, they don't thematically coalesce until…

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By Onur Ö (21) on 22 Jun 2016

A rollercoaster ride of emotions! Very well done! Captures the real life events of Tempest…

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