Sex work, often called the world's oldest profession, is a theme films have explored in many ways, from romantic tales to harsh reality. Here's a list of 10 films dealing with the subject.
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Pretty Woman (1990)
An iconic romantic comedy starring Julia Roberts and Richard Gere, offering a fairy-tale look at the life of a sex worker who finds true love.
True Romance (1993)
A cult classic written by Quentin Tarantino and directed by Tony Scott, starring Christian Slater and Patricia Arquette. A story about a young man and a call girl who go on the run with a suitcase full of cocaine.
Easily top 3 in my book.
Trading Places (1983)
This comedy, in which Eddie Murphy and Dan Aykroyd swap lives, features a memorable role for Jamie Lee Curtis as a likable and resourceful sex worker.
Pure genius honestly.
Irma la Douce (1963)
A romantic comedy set in Paris, with Shirley MacLaine as a popular sex worker and Jack Lemmon as a former policeman who falls in love with her.
Hard to disagree with this placement honestly.
Blow Out (1981)
A Brian De Palma thriller in which a sound technician played by John Travolta gets caught up in a murder mystery with an escort as a key figure.
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Unforgiven (1992)
Clint Eastwood's darker story about revenge and justice in the Wild West, in which sex workers play a crucial role in the plot.
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Risky Business (1983)
The film that launched Tom Cruise to stardom. A teenage boy turns his parents' house into a brothel, resulting in a classic comedy about growing up and entrepreneurship.
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Personal Services (1987)
Based on the true story of Cynthia Payne, this film offers a humorous look at running a brothel and navigating the legal gray areas that come with it.
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Night Shift (1982)
Directed by Ron Howard, this comedy tells the story of two men who start an unconventional business in a morgue, offering a safe haven to sex workers. A light-hearted approach to the subject with strong comic performances.
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Sensation (2011)
After his father's death, Donal, played by Domhnall Gleeson, seeks the company of escort Kim, and together they start a business. A story about loneliness and unlikely alliances offering a unique look at relationships and sex work.
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Absolute masterpiece for real.
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