The Last Showgirl – Budget of $15 million – 1 hour and 25 minutes
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Showgirls Shelly, Mary-Anne, and Jodie run on stage to finish their performance, and Shelly rips her costume. She curses because the producers will dock her pay for the mishap. After the show, Shelly and her best friend, waitress Annette, go to the grocery store. Shelly met a guy in the parking lot, and he asked her to dinner. Shelly’s excited until he calls and cancels while she’s checking out. Annette laughs because his behavior is typical of the visiting men. Shelly decides to buy the groceries and have an impromptu girls’ night. She invites Mary-Anne, Jodie, and their producer, Eddie.
Everyone enjoys Shelly’s cooking until Eddie drops by with sad news. He heard they are ending The Razzle Dazzle show. Its crowd dwindled over the years, and the circus took over a few of their nights. Shelly can’t believe it because The Razzle Dazzle has been on the Las Vegas strip for 30 years. It’s the last burlesque show of its kind. The show originated in Paris and toured the world. She can’t imagine her life without it. None of the women believe Eddie until they go to work in the morning. Eddie announces over the loudspeaker as they get dressed. The Razzle Dazzle will end in two weeks. Now, Shelly has to determine how to live out of the spotlight.
Shelly spins out of control as her world crashes around her. She fears the future while clinging on to the past. She refuses to believe the show will end and puts herself and the show on a pedestal. Shelly attempts to reconnect with her ex-boyfriend and daughter. They give her the same advice: move on. However, Shelly pushes them away and praises the show’s heyday. She is an artist in a failing art form. She never considered adapting. This moment can happen in any career. While some prepare, others, like Shelly, never believe the world will leave them behind. Also, Shelly contemplates and faces everything she gave up to be on stage. It’s sad to watch her spiral and get hit with a harsh dose of reality, but she needs it. Shelly only begins the healing process when she finally cracks. The actors did an amazing job of highlighting these performers and the pitfalls of their work. This movie has an independent film conclusion but will make you think about your career. You won’t buy the film, but it’s wonderful to watch.
I give it 3.5 out of 5 stars
I’m older. I’m not that old – Shelly
That’s why we’re eating his fish – Annette
You think of Shelly as your mom and Eddie as your dad – Mary-Anne
Muffy told me that the show is closing – Eddie
I didn’t know I couldn’t go back – Jodie
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