Erotic thriller starring Richard Gere and Lauren Hutton. A highly paid gigolo is hired by wealthy women as a guide, interpreter or companion. But his glamorous California world is shattered when one of his clients is murdered and he becomes the prime suspect.
Richard Gere romped his way to stardom in this glossy and controversial (for its time) story of a Los Angeles stud who services the bored wives of Beverly Hills. His detached view of life is threatened, however, when he gets caught up in murder and politics. This is probably still director Paul Schrader's biggest hit but, sadly, it hasn't aged well, and it now comes across as a beautifully designed but ultimately transparent walk on the wild side.
| role | name |
|---|---|
| Julian Kay | Richard Gere |
| Michelle Stratton | Lauren Hutton |
| Detective Sunday | Hector Elizondo |
| Anne | Nina Van Pallandt |
| Leon Jaimes | Bill Duke |
| Charles Stratton | Brian Davies |
| Judy Rheiman | Patti Carr |
| Mr Rheiman | Tom Stewart |
| Mrs Dobrun | Carole Cook |
| Mrs Sloan | Carol Bruce |
| Mrs Laudner | Frances Bergen |
| role | name |
|---|---|
| Director | Paul Schrader |
