| Not So Pretty | |
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| Genre | Documentary |
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| Country of origin | United States |
| Original language | English |
| No. of episodes | 4 |
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| Cinematography | Thaddeus Wadleigh |
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| Running time | 26-35 minutes |
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| Network | HBO Max |
| Release | April 14, 2022 (2022-04-14) |
Not So Pretty is an Americandocumentary television miniseries directed byKirby Dick andAmy Ziering that explores thebeauty industry and hidden chemicals in products. It consists of 4-episodes and premiered on April 14, 2022, onHBO Max.
An investigative look into thebeauty industry, looking into hidden chemicals in products.
| No. | Title | Directed by | Original release date |
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| 1 | "Makeup" | Kirby Dick &Amy Ziering | April 14, 2022 (2022-04-14) |
| 2 | "Nails" | Kirby Dick & Amy Ziering | April 14, 2022 (2022-04-14) |
| 3 | "Skin" | Kirby Dick & Amy Ziering | April 14, 2022 (2022-04-14) |
| 4 | "Hair" | Kirby Dick & Amy Ziering | April 14, 2022 (2022-04-14) |
In September 2020, it was announcedKirby Dick andAmy Ziering would direct and executive produce a documentary-series revolving around thebeauty industry, withEntertainment One set to produce, forHBO Max.[1] In April 2022, it was announcedKeke Palmer would serve as narrator.[2]
Angie Han ofThe Hollywood Reporter gave the series a positive review writing: "It’s valuable as the start of a larger conversation to be had about the hidden dangers of the beauty industry, for consumers and viewers alike."[3] Joel Keller ofDecider also gave the series a positive review writing: "Not So Pretty presents some pretty harrowing information in a tone that’s less hectoring and more sympathetic. By playing the, “hey, we didn’t know, either, buddy” card, its message is even more effective."[4] Conversely, Kyndall Cunningham ofThe Daily Beast gave the series a negative review writing: "What you’re supposed to take away from the series as a consumer can be confusing and overwhelming at times."[5]
