Behind the Burly Q (2010)

Cast

• Bud Abbott - Self (archive footage)
• Alan Alda - Self
• Joan Arline - Self - 'The Sexquire Girl'
• Beverly Arlynne - Self
• Al Baker Jr. - Self - Son of Al Baker Sr.
• Nat Bodian - Self - Historian
• Taffy O'Neil - Self
• Blaze Starr - Self
• Sally Rand - Self (archive footage)
• Lili St. Cyr - Self (archive footage)

Screenplay

• Leslie Zemeckis

Themes

Feminist Awakening and the Power Struggle

Keywords

feminism, stripper, burlesque, woman director

Trailer

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Behind the Burly Q about?

Dive into more than a century of decadence with this tantalizing look at the evolution of burlesque. Cabaret star Leslie Zemeckis traces the art form from vaudeville-style variety show through its extinction and contemporary rebirth. Vintage photos, film clips and ads illustrate burlesque's resilient history and how the public's sexual appetite kept it alive amid moral and legal ado.

Who directed Behind the Burly Q?

Behind the Burly Q was directed by Leslie Zemeckis.

Who stars in Behind the Burly Q?

Behind the Burly Q stars Bud Abbott, Alan Alda, Joan Arline, Beverly Arlynne, Al Baker Jr., Nat Bodian.

How long is Behind the Burly Q?

Behind the Burly Q has a runtime of 1h 37m (97 minutes).

What genre is Behind the Burly Q?

Behind the Burly Q is a Documentary, History film.

What is the budget of Behind the Burly Q?

Behind the Burly Q had a budget of $250,000.

How much did Behind the Burly Q gross?

Behind the Burly Q grossed $23,859 worldwide.

Where was Behind the Burly Q produced?

Behind the Burly Q was produced in United States of America.

What are the themes of Behind the Burly Q?

The themes of Behind the Burly Q include: Feminist Awakening and the Power Struggle.