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Sex Professionals
Cops, lawyers, judges, doctors, nurses and other professionals... all lesbian... are represented in this tail of women in their own world of on the job titillation. Sydney is a cop who is tired of her husband chasing women. She can't beat him so she decides to join him. She won't be a full fledged member of the sisterhood of lesbos till she passed induction at a local girl bar. Hint: it's a 7 girl orgy.
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Plot Summary
A successful but troubled businesswoman begins a clandestine affair with a mysterious gigolo, blurring the lines between pleasure and danger. As their relationship deepens, she finds herself drawn into a dark world of obsession and deceit, questioning the reality of her desires and the motives of those around her. The film explores themes of power, sexuality, and the psychological complexities of human connection.
Critical Reception
Showgirls received overwhelmingly negative reviews from critics, who panned its script, direction, and performances. However, it has since gained a cult following and is often cited as a 'so bad it's good' film, appreciated for its campy elements and unapologetic excess.
What Reviewers Say
Panned for its excessive melodrama and often unintentional camp.
Noted for its over-the-top performances and gratuitous scenes.
Despite initial failure, it has achieved cult status for its sheer audacity.
Google audience: Audiences are divided, with many finding the film to be a campy, entertaining spectacle, while others criticize its shallow plot and melodramatic execution. Its unique style and memorable characters have cultivated a significant cult following.
Awards & Accolades
None notable, but notorious for its Razzie Award nominations and wins.
Fun Fact
The film was famously and overwhelmingly panned upon its release, becoming a critical and commercial disaster, but has since been re-evaluated as a cult classic, celebrated for its camp value and quotable lines.
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