Becoming Burlesque -

: She discovers her stage persona, "Babylon," and finds a sense of empowerment and belonging within the community of performers.

Directed by Jackie English , this character-driven drama follows Fatima, a young Muslim woman and engineering student in Toronto. Becoming Burlesque

: Much of the cast consists of actual burlesque performers, lending the dance sequences a realistic feel. The Real-World Process : She discovers her stage persona, "Babylon," and

: Feeling restricted by her traditional family life, Fatima secretly joins a burlesque troupe. : She discovers her stage persona

can refer to two distinct things: a 2017 indie drama film or the actual process of training to become a burlesque performer. The Film: Becoming Burlesque (2017)

: The film explores themes of female empowerment, identity, and the reconciliation of faith and heritage with personal artistic expression.