Stuntwomen

Stuntwomen

2022 · 85 min · ★ 9.2 · Documentary

The daily life of Petra, Virginie, and Estelle, three stuntwomen, from the dangerous film sets, where they face all kinds of deadly dangers, to the safety of their homes.

Directed by Elena Avdija · Written by Elena Avdija

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