Backdoor Service
Backdoor Service

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Backdoor Service

1991
Movie
Adult · 18+
0
German

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IMDb4.8/10
Director: Mark RosmanGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

A disillusioned college student drops out of school and takes a job as a masseuse in a high-end spa. She becomes entangled in a web of blackmail and deceit when she discovers illicit dealings within the spa's clientele and staff. As she tries to navigate the dangerous situation, she must rely on her wits and courage to survive.

Critical Reception

Backdoor Service received mixed reviews, with many critics noting Traci Lords' performance but finding the plot convoluted and predictable. While some appreciated its attempt at a more dramatic tone, others felt it lacked originality and relied too heavily on sensationalism.

What Reviewers Say

  • Traci Lords delivers a surprisingly compelling performance.

  • The film struggles with a weak and predictable storyline.

  • Attempts at drama are often overshadowed by sensationalism.

Google audience: Audience reception is largely unavailable, but available comments suggest a divided audience, with some finding it a noteworthy performance from Traci Lords and others dismissing it as a forgettable exploitation film.

Fun Fact

The film was initially conceived as a more serious drama but was later altered to incorporate elements of exploitation cinema, a genre Traci Lords was known for.

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