Coppola’s film reflects the struggles of showgirls like Shelly, who must navigate a male-dominated world while engaging with the aesthetics of beauty and labor.
"A gentleman never asks a lady her age... I’m 42, but this house is huge... distance helps," Shelly humorously navigates societal expectations while hinting at her complex reality.
"The Last Showgirl” calls attention to the lack of support for performers in the industry, exposing the harsh truths about longevity and value in their art.
In both ‘The Last Showgirl’ and ‘Dance, Girl, Dance’, women grapple with the male gaze and the objectification that accompanies their careers in showbiz.
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