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Stylebender is a 2023 New Zealand documentary film, focusing on the life of Nigerian and New Zealand professional mixed martial artist Israel Adesanya.
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| Directed by | Zoe McIntosh |
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| Starring | Israel Adesanya |
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| Edited by | Peter Roberts |
Production company | FluroBlack |
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Running time | 102 minutes |
| Country | New Zealand |
| Language | English |
Synopsis edit
The film follows Adesanya's early life, upbringing, and his decision to pursue mixed martial arts professionally.[citation needed]
Production edit
The film is the sixth major release by director Zoe McIntosh,[1] who began working on the film in 2019.[2] The film was shot over a five-year period.[3] Adesanya was inspired to create the film documenting his life, to combat ideas of toxic masculinity.[4]
Release edit
The film debuted at the Tribeca Festival on 11 June 2023,[5] which Adesanya attended in person.[6] Stylebender was nominated for Best Documentary at the festival.[3] The film was later screened at the Zurich Film Festival in September 2023.[7] The film received a wide release in New Zealand cinemas on 28 September.[4][3]
References edit
- ^ Riddlejun, Mathew (7 June 2023). "Israel Adesanya: "Stylebender" Documentary to Premiere on June 11, "Men Need to See This Film"". Sports Illustrated. Retrieved 6 September 2023.
- ^ Okiche, Wilfred (2023). "A New Documentary Aims to Reach the Emotional Core of Israel 'Stylebender' Adesanya". OkayAfrica. Retrieved 6 September 2023.
- ^ a b c "Israel Adesanya's colourful life explored in warts-and-all doco". Stuff. 23 August 2023. Retrieved 13 September 2023.
- ^ a b Hall, Derek (5 August 2023). "Israel Adesanya Stars In 'Stylebender' Documentary Discussing 'Fake Masculinity & Lack Of Emotional Intelligence'". Retrieved 6 September 2023.
- ^ "Stylebender: What life was really like for MMA champion Israel Adesanya before his rise to stardom". Whanganui Chronicle. The New Zealand Herald. 20 April 2023. Retrieved 6 September 2023.
- ^ "Israel Adesanya Makes A Fashionable Appearance At The Tribeca Film Festival". BellaNaija Style. 27 June 2023. Retrieved 6 September 2023.
- ^ "Stylebender von Zoë McIntosh". Zurich Film Festival. Retrieved 14 September 2023.
