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Bel Davis, a young Black woman and former model, hides her hair loss with a wig, feeling shame and embarrassment over her baldness. Working as a librarian, she lives a reclusive life, shunning public attention. One day, she forgets her alopecia medication and collapses, her wig coming off in the process. Despite feeling exposed, a young girl with short hair helps her and encourages her to let go of societal expectations. Feeling empowered, Bel decides to go out without her wig, only to run into her appearance-obsessed ex-modeling agent, leaving her defeated once again. However, her spirits lift upon encountering a confident bald Black woman who exudes self-acceptance. Inspired by this woman, Bel begins to open up to the idea of living her life without hiding behind a wig, embracing her true self and finding the courage to live proudly…bald. (Slamdance Film Festival)
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