Synopsis

The Miss America Pageant, spanning eighty years, has long served as what narrator Cherry Jones describes as "a barometer of America’s evolving perceptions of womanhood." This exploration includes recollections from eight former Miss Americas, who recount their moments on the runway and the experiences that shaped their reigns beyond the confines of Atlantic City. Perspectives from historians and social observers are also offered, notably including Gloria Steinem, who herself competed in beauty p