The movie Becoming Burlesque follows the story of Fatima, a young Muslim girl who struggles to find her place in the world. Raised in a mixed-culture family, she is conflicted about what her role is as a modern Muslim woman.
After stumbling upon a Burlesque cabaret show, she becomes enamored by the empowering and seductive performances and decides to join the troupe. Adopting the stage name "Babylon", she develops a new persona that is bold, confident, and unapologetically sexy.
As she navigates the world of Burlesque, she must grapple with the conflict between her conservative upbringing and her newfound freedom. She confronts the judgment and stigma from her community and family, while simultaneously defying society's expectations of Muslim women.
Through her journey, Fatima discovers the courage to embrace her true self, and the power of female solidarity in a world that seeks to limit and suppress her. Becoming Burlesque is a story of self-discovery, empowerment, and the transformative magic of art.
