VARIETY
by Bette Gordon. 1983. 100 min.
A cult classic and landmark of the New York underground film scene, Bette Gordon’s debut feature is a provocative neo-noir that follows a woman's journey of self-discovery after she takes a job selling tickets at an X-rated theater in Times Square. Featuring contributions by NYC icons Kathy Acker, John Lurie, Cookie Mueller, and Nan Goldin.
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