African American women's growing interest in plastic surgery has led to a surge in popularity of procedures like rhinoplasty, breast augmentation, and buttock augmentation. Celebrities like Nicki Minaj and Wendy Williams have contributed to this trend, but with health risks and the possibility of death involved, is the reward worth the risks? The film Knifed Up: The Evolution of Plastic Surgery explores the underlying causes and influences of this trend, examining the addictive behavior and potential health compromises African American women face in pursuit of the "ideal" body.
Knifed Up
The phenomenon of plastic surgery, once a luxury reserved for affluent white Americans, has now spread to ethnic communities. The documentary "Knifed Up" delves into this trend, examining how Black Americans are seeking to achieve a perceived ideal of perfection through this means.
