
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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