
Double Dare
2004

Representation Score
Excellent
2020
Not RatedDirector
April Wright
Runtime
84 minutes
Average Rating
No ratings yetNew Showbiz Analysis
April Wright’s documentary serves as a cinematic reclamation of labor history by highlighting the work of women. It moves women from the periphery to the core of the historical record. The film effectively dismantles the myth of the male-dominated action genre. By focusing on women's physical and intellectual authority in high-stakes environments, the film subverts traditional gender hierarchies. It also critiques the systemic and capitalist structures that have historically sidelined women's contributions.
Category Breakdown
The documentary does not focus on queer-specific narratives or non-cisgender identities. Instead, it centers on professional experiences rather than exploring sexual orientation or gender identity explicitly.
The film highlights women performing high-risk, physically aggressive tasks. This challenges the stereotype of passive women in a male-dominated field, emphasizing their active role and physical prowess.
A variety of women from different ethnic backgrounds are featured, offering a nuanced view of the industry's development beyond a purely Anglo-centric perspective.
The documentary critiques the Hollywood studio system as a Western institution that undervalues female labor. It frames this undervaluation as a result of capitalist industry norms.
The film addresses the physical toll of stunt work, including long-term injuries and chronic conditions. It presents these as direct consequences of the labor performed.
Present on Screen
Limited or Absent
Official Synopsis
Chronicles the lives of women who perform the stunts in some of Hollywood’s biggest action sequences — from the early days of silent movies to today’s blockbusters.

2004

2018

2021

2012

2012

2004

2016

2016
No reviews yet. Be the first to share your thoughts on this movie!
Use the rating form above to leave a star rating and optional review.