TURA!

TURA! is a documentary that explores the life of Tura Satana. The film examines the connection between Satana's bold personality in real life and her portrayal of the character Varla in the 1965 production Faster, Pussycat! Kill! Kill!. It also details her influence on pop culture beyond her film work, specifically her presence in queer clubs, comic conventions, and the world of burlesque.

Directed and written by Cody Jarrett, the film was produced by Cody Jarrett and Siouxzan Perry. The production involved Varla Screen Partners, Tropico Corporation, and Tura Satana. The documentary features archive footage of Satana and appearances by John Waters, David Henry Hwang, Kitten Natividad, and Dennis Busch, with Margaret Cho providing the narration. In total, 25 cast members are credited in the 105 minute runtime.

Released in the United States on August 1, 2025, the film has received a rating of 7/10 on TMDB based on 4 votes.