The Disappearance Of Shere Hite

2023 • IFC

Shere Hite’s 1976 bestselling book, The Hite Report, liberated the female orgasm by revealing the most private experiences of thousands of anonymous survey respondents. Her findings rocked the American establishment and presaged current conversations about gender, sexuality, and bodily autonomy. So how did Shere Hite disappear?

“Stylish, dazzling.” - Vanity Fair

“Deserves to become one of the documentary events of the year.” - Variety

“Was startling then, and still invigorating now.” - The Guardian

“Speaks with a fiery spark that should empower generations of viewers.” - POV

“An intimate examination of one of the most important feminists of the 20th century.” - Bust Magazine

Awards

Producers Guild of America Awards Nominee, Outstanding Producer of Documentary Motion Picture
DOC NYC Special Mention for Editing
Boston Society of Film Critics Runner-Up, Best Documentary
Cinema Eye Honors, The Unforgettables Honoree
Critics Choice Documentary Awards Nominee, Best Archival Documentary
Critics Choice Documentary Awards Nominee, Best Biographical Documentary
Critics Choice Documentary Awards Nominee, Best Narration