The Disappearance of Shere Hite


The Disappearance of Shere Hite is a 2023 American documentary film directed by Nicole Newnham. The film is narrated by Dakota Johnson, and follows the life of American-born German sex educator and feminist Shere Hite.

Release

The Disappearance of Shere Hite had its world premiere at the 2023 Sundance Film Festival on January 20. The film was also set to screen at the Miami and Cleveland International Film Festival in March. In May 2023, IFC Films and Sapan Studios acquired North American distribution rights to the documentary. It was released on November 17, 2023.

Critical reception

Leslie Felperin of The Hollywood Reporter praised the film and called it "a smart tribute to a fascinating woman".