Hot Child in the City
Hot Child in the City

Hot Child in the City

1987Movie85 minEnglish

When Rachel went to visit her very successful sister in Hollywood, she expected her vacation to be exciting compared to her life in Kansas. She didn't expect her sister's murder.

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IMDb5.5/10
Director: Arthur Allan SeidelmanGenres: Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

A young woman named Cindy moves to the big city to pursue her dreams, only to be drawn into a world of exploitation and danger. She falls prey to a manipulative pimp who forces her into prostitution. As Cindy struggles to survive and escape her grim reality, she seeks help from unlikely sources while navigating the harsh urban landscape.

Critical Reception

Hot Child in the City is a made-for-television film that generated controversy for its depiction of teenage prostitution. While it aimed to raise awareness about the issue, critical reception was mixed, with some commending its attempt to tackle a difficult subject and others criticizing its sensationalized approach and gratuitous elements.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film is criticized for its exploitative and sensationalized portrayal of a sensitive topic.
  • Some viewers found the narrative compelling despite its heavy themes.
  • Its made-for-TV nature often resulted in a less polished production compared to theatrical releases.

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The film was a made-for-television movie, which often influences the tone and production values, aiming for a broader audience while sometimes tackling mature themes.

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