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In Praise of Stuntwomen: Double Dare - 20th Anniversary

Dec 15, 2024

Amanda McKaylee, an Oscar-nominated documentary filmmaker known for 'Double Dare,' teams up with Zoe Bell, a talented performer and stuntwoman celebrated for her work with Quentin Tarantino. They reflect on the impact of female representation in the film industry, sharing personal stories about the late Jeannie Epper, a pioneering stuntwoman. The duo discusses the challenges women face in stunts, the evolving portrayal of female characters in action cinema, and the legacy of mentorship within the stunt community.

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Amanda McKaylee

Zoe Bell

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The podcast commemorates the documentary 'Double Dare,' celebrating its role in enhancing the representation of women in the film industry over 20 years.

Zoe Bell and Amanda McKaylee emphasize the necessity for supportive environments in Hollywood that empower women amidst ongoing sexism and ageism.

The discussion highlights the evolution of female action roles, showcasing both progress and the continued fight for equality in representation.

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Celebrating the Legacy of 'Double Dare'

The podcast celebrates the 20th anniversary of the documentary 'Double Dare,' highlighting its impact on the representation of women in the film industry. The director Amanda McKaylee reflects on the immense effort it took to create the film, which took seven years to complete. Riding on her early experiences in a female stage combat theater company, McKaylee emphasizes how the documentary captured Zoe Bell’s journey as a young stunt woman breaking into Hollywood. This retrospective not only serves to honor the documentary's legacy but also acknowledges the evolution of women in action roles over the past two decades.

Intro

2min

Women in Stunts: A Legacy of Resilience

16min

Pioneering Women in Film: Resilience and Leadership

23min

The Intersection of Gender and Film Recognition

26min

Evolving Representations of Women in Action Cinema

5min

Celebrating Jeannie Epper: A Legacy of Mentorship and Humanity

2min

Exploring Character-Driven Action in Film

7min

It’s the 20th Anniversary of an amazing documentary, Double Dare. We speak with the director and one of the stars, and speak fondly of the other star, lost to us this year. Or, the one in which Zoë muses, Dawn rants, and Amanda puts things perfectly. (And all remember Jeannie fondly.)

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