Business Is Business
Dutch prostitutes Greta and Nel cruise the Amsterdam red light district, seeking clients to involve in their elaborately staged fetish fantasies, be it disciplinarian headmistresses, surgeons cutting open a willing patient, or even dressing up as chickens, the duo show their expertise in role-playing again and again and again. In reality, Nel is trapped in an abusive marriage and Greta is forever in the middle of their confrontations but her life takes a positive upturn when she becomes involved with a client.
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Plot Summary
A young woman inherits a modeling agency and finds herself caught in the midst of sexual politics and power struggles within the fashion industry. She navigates treacherous relationships and must learn to assert herself to survive and thrive in this competitive world. The film explores themes of ambition, exploitation, and female empowerment.
Critical Reception
Business Is Business received mixed reviews upon its release. While some critics appreciated its attempt to tackle contemporary themes of female agency and the cutthroat nature of the fashion world, many found the execution to be lacking. Performances were occasionally singled out, but the film's overall narrative coherence and impact were frequently questioned.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its exploration of female ambition in a male-dominated industry.
- Criticized for a somewhat predictable plot and uneven pacing.
- Performances, particularly by the lead, were seen as a highlight by some.
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Fun Fact
The film marked one of Johnny Carson's few dramatic acting roles outside of his famous talk show appearances.
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