To Be a Miss

In a nation renowned for its triumphs in global beauty contests, three young women are striving to secure a spot in their country’s most prestigious cultural event. However, gaining entry into the Miss Venezuela pageant is a formidable challenge. Participants must endure rigorous diets, agree to extensive plastic surgeries, and gather the resources needed to transform from everyday individuals into celebrated and glamorous Misses. “To Be a Miss” is a character-focused documentary that guides viewers through the inner workings of Venezuela’s famous beauty industry, uncovering the risks and rewards tied to this multi-billion dollar enterprise while highlighting the impact of nationalism, personal ambition, and mass media on the lives of women in the country.