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Subjects of Desire

6.020211h 43mMovieDocumentaryHistory

Subjects of Desire is a thought provoking film that examines the cultural shift in beauty standards towards embracing (or appropriating) Black aesthetics and features, deconstructing what we understand about race and the power behind beauty.

DirectorJennifer Holness
WriterJennifer Holness
ProducersJennifer Holness·Sudz Sutherland

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CraveCraveCrave Amazon ChannelCrave Amazon ChanneltvotvoKnowledge NetworkKnowledge Network
Availability shown for Canada · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Jennifer Holness

I
India.Arie
Self
JBJully Black
Jully Black
Self
AG
Alexandra Germain
Self
BL
Brittany Lee Lewis
Self
SN
Seraiah Nicole
Self
RR
Ryann Richardson
Self
CT
Cheryl Thompson
Self
CW
Carolyn West
Self

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Subjects of Desire — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Subjects of Desire?

Subjects of Desire is streaming on Crave, tvo and Knowledge Network in Canada. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Subjects of Desire on Netflix?

No, Subjects of Desire is not on Netflix in Canada as of September 2026. It's currently on Crave and tvo.

Is Subjects of Desire on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Subjects of Desire isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now. It's on Crave and tvo instead.

Where can I watch Subjects of Desire for free?

Subjects of Desire is available to stream free (with ads) on tvo and Knowledge Network in Canada.