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Raw Spice
2001Movie79 minEnglish
Raw Spice is a fly-on-the-wall documentary like no other. It charts the formation of a girl band in 1994, a group who would go on to be the biggest selling girl band in history, five girls who became... The Spice Girls. This footage was shot two years before the girls had their first hit single. We see them living together in a tiny house in Maidenhead as they rehearse day in, day out, striving to become a success. We watch their rehearsals; and we discover their very distinctive personalities that we all know help make up the band. This includes never before seen footage of the girls speaking of their ambitions and fears, as well as their trademark outrageous behaviour and some titanic bust-ups. This is the girls before blockbuster hits, weddings, babies, and bust-ups. This is before stylists, PR People and make-up artists. THIS IS RAW SPICE.
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IMDb6.7/10
Director: Tanja Wekwerth•Genres: Documentary, Short
Plot Summary
This short documentary explores the intense and disciplined world of Bikram yoga, showcasing its founder Bikram Choudhury and the demanding nature of his 26-pose sequence. It offers a glimpse into the philosophy and practice that has garnered a global following. The film highlights the physical and mental challenges involved in achieving mastery through this specific form of hot yoga. It also touches upon the personal journey and teachings of Bikram Choudhury himself.
Critical Reception
Raw Spice received modest attention within the documentary and yoga communities. Critics often noted its direct and unvarnished look at the intense practice of Bikram yoga and its charismatic, yet controversial, founder. While some appreciated the insight into a unique fitness phenomenon, others found its portrayal to be somewhat limited in scope. Audience reception was generally positive among those interested in yoga and wellness.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its depiction of the rigorous physical demands of Bikram yoga.
- Noted for providing a straightforward introduction to Bikram Choudhury's teachings.
- Some viewers found it to be an in-depth look at a specific niche within the wellness industry.
Google audience: Information on specific Google user reviews for this short documentary is not readily available, but general sentiment from those familiar with Bikram yoga often focuses on the intensity and effectiveness of the practice as presented.
Fun Fact
The documentary was filmed during a period when Bikram Choudhury's global yoga empire was expanding rapidly, making it a timely snapshot of the burgeoning hot yoga trend.
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