
Behind the Burly Q
"The Story of Burlesque in America."
5.2/101h 37m2010

Overview
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.
Genres
DocumentaryHistory
Production Companies
Mistress Inc.
Additional Information
Original Title:Behind the Burly Q
Original Language:English
Status:Released
Budget:$250,000
Revenue:$23,859