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Stylebender

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Stylebender
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Stylebender is an acclaimed documentary about charismatic, sometimes controversial MMA (Mixed Martial Arts) fighter Israel Adesanya. Award-winning director Zoe McIntosh (Lost in Wonderland) follows Adesanya as he defends his patch in the UFC (Ultimate Fighting Championship) after his 2019 middleweight title win. In this trailer Adesanya opens up about the bullying he experienced as a Nigerian immigrant in Aotearoa, and his early outlet in dance. He describes struggles to express himself authe...

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Date created
2023
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https://www.nzonscreen.com/title/stylebender-2023
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mma / fighter / mixed martial arts / israel adesanya / fame / agression / childhood / bullying / money / success / riches / tiger / lifestyles / training / physicality / dancing / physical test / coaching / emotions / memories / new zealand / immigration / individuality / fighting / ufc championship / america / masculinity / toxic masculinity / self esteem / career path / youth / mental health problems / mentor / tears / nigeria / nigerian culture / black identity / drive / motivation / manicure / self care / controversy / trash talk / mental health / self-acceptance / self-discovery

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