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Red Roses for a Call Girl
Manila: Peter, the terminally ill son of the successful architect Klaus Timberg, falls in love with Diana. However, he does not know that his father has hired the prostitute to make his son's last days as exciting as possible. Diana has also fallen in love with Peter. When Peter accidentally finds a receipt for her love services at his father's house, he disowns her in his anger and disappointment. Only when it is already too late for him, he realizes how much Diana really loved him.
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Plot Summary
A troubled and disillusioned prostitute navigates the dangerous underworld of Los Angeles, struggling to survive and find a way out of her profession. She becomes entangled with a dangerous gangster, which puts her life at extreme risk. The film explores themes of exploitation, survival, and the desperate search for redemption in a gritty urban landscape.
Critical Reception
Red Roses for a Call Girl received mixed to negative reviews from critics, with many finding its plot predictable and its portrayal of its subject matter exploitative rather than insightful. While some performances were noted, the film was generally considered a low-budget thriller that failed to leave a significant impact.
What Reviewers Say
Often criticized for its gratuitous portrayal of violence and sex.
Some reviewers found the performances to be a redeeming quality, though overshadowed by a weak script.
The film is seen as a forgettable entry in the crime thriller genre of the late 80s.
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Fun Fact
The film was originally titled 'Call Girl' before being changed to 'Red Roses for a Call Girl' prior to its release.
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