Behind the Burly Q(2010)
The Story of Burlesque in America.
Behind the Burly Q Synopsis
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.
Behind the Burly Q (2010) is a documentary and history film directed by Leslie Zemeckis, released on April 23, 2010 with a runtime of 1h 37m. It stars Bud Abbott, Alan Alda, Joan Arline and Beverly Arlynne. Viewers rate it 4.9 out of 10 across 13 ratings.
- Director:
- Leslie Zemeckis
- Writers:
- Leslie Zemeckis
- Production:
- Mistress Inc.
- Budget:
- $250,000
- Revenue:
- $23,859
- Status:
- Released
Behind the Burly Q (2010) Trailer
Watch the official trailer for Behind the Burly Q before you stream it.
Behind the Burly Q Cast & Crew
Main cast
Bud Abbott
as Self (archive footage)
Alan Alda
as Self
- Joan Arline
Joan Arline
as Self - 'The Sexquire Girl'
- Beverly Arlynne
Beverly Arlynne
as Self
- Al Baker Jr.
Al Baker Jr.
as Self - Son of Al Baker Sr.
- Nat Bodian
Nat Bodian
as Self - Historian
- Taffy O'Neil
Taffy O'Neil
as Self
Blaze Starr
as Self
Sally Rand
as Self (archive footage)
Lili St. Cyr
as Self (archive footage)
Key crew
Directed by Leslie Zemeckis, written by Leslie Zemeckis.
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Behind the Burly Q Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 4.9/10 from 13 ratings.
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Behind the Burly Q – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Behind the Burly Q online?
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Behind the Burly Q (2010) is available to stream on FlixFling, and to rent or buy from Amazon Video and FlixFling. Streaming availability is checked against JustWatch data and can change by region.
Who stars in Behind the Burly Q?
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The main cast of Behind the Burly Q (2010) includes Bud Abbott, Alan Alda, Joan Arline, Beverly Arlynne and Al Baker Jr.. The film was directed by Leslie Zemeckis. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Behind the Burly Q released?
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Behind the Burly Q was released on April 23, 2010 and runs for 1h 37m.
Is Behind the Burly Q worth watching?
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Behind the Burly Q (2010) holds an average rating of 4.9 out of 10 from 13 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy documentary and history films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
Is there a trailer for Behind the Burly Q?
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