The Hookers
The Hookers

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The Hookers

1967
Movie
70 min
English

The story of three women and the circumstances that led each to get involved in prostitution as call girls.

Insights

IMDb4.8/10
Director: Christian MarquandGenres: Crime, Drama

Plot Summary

In this sleazy exploitation film, a young woman, unhappy with her life, becomes involved with a group of criminals involved in drug smuggling and prostitution. She finds herself caught in a dangerous web of deceit and violence as she attempts to navigate this underworld. The film follows her descent into a life of crime and the consequences that follow.

Critical Reception

The Hookers is a low-budget exploitation film that received little critical attention upon its release. It is generally considered a minor and somewhat obscure entry in the genre, often overlooked due to its sensationalist nature and lack of significant artistic merit.

What Reviewers Say

  • Often criticized for its gratuitous exploitation and shallow narrative.

  • Lacks substantial character development and relies heavily on shock value.

  • Considered a forgettable entry in the crime and exploitation genres.

Google audience: Audience reception is largely absent due to the film's niche status and limited distribution. What little commentary exists often points to its dated and exploitative themes.

Fun Fact

The film was originally intended to be a more serious crime drama but was significantly altered during production to lean into exploitation elements to capitalize on market trends of the era.

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