The Debutantes
Synopsis
Focusing on the first group of Black debutantes in Canton, Ohio in a decade, this documentary follows the young women as they unpack the ball’s legacy and chart their path forward, both for tradition and themselves.
Release History & Theatrical Window
Tribeca Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Contessa Gayles
- Original Title
- The Debutantes
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 36m
- Production Studios
- NBC News Studios, BET Studios, Westbrook, Cocomotion Pictures, The deNovo Initiative
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Contessa Gayles
Brittany Shyne
Stefani Saintonge
Contessa Gayles, Molly O'Brien, Alyse Shorland, Jannat Gargi, Aya Sloan
Department Leadership Roster
Contessa Gayles
Producer
Molly O'Brien
Producer
Alyse Shorland
Producer
Contessa Gayles
Director
Jannat Gargi
Producer
Stefani Saintonge
Editor
Aya Sloan
Producer
Brittany Shyne
Director of Photography
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Debutantes.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Debutantes
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Debutantes about?
Focusing on the first group of Black debutantes in Canton, Ohio in a decade, this documentary follows the young women as they unpack the ball’s legacy and chart their path forward, both for tradition and themselves.
Who directed The Debutantes?
The Debutantes was directed by Contessa Gayles.
Who stars in The Debutantes?
The principal cast of The Debutantes includes Not specified.
When was The Debutantes released and how long is it?
The Debutantes was released in 2024 with a total runtime of 1h 36m.