Synopsis:
Julian makes a lucrative living as an escort to older women in the Los Angeles area. He begins a relationship with Michelle, a local politician's wife, without expecting any pay. One of his clients is murdered and Detective Sunday begins pumping him for details on his different clients, something he is reluctant to do considering the nature of his work. Julian begins to suspect he's being framed. Meanwhile Michelle begins to fall in love with him.
Directed by: | Paul Schrader |
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Written by: | Paul Schrader |
Release date: | 1980-02-08 |
Runtime: | 117 minutes |
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Tagline: | He's the highest paid lover in Beverly Hills. He leaves women feeling more alive than they've ever felt before. Except one. |
Cast:
Richard Gere
Julian Kaye
Julian Kaye
Lauren Hutton
Michelle Stratton
Michelle Stratton
Héctor Elizondo
Detective Sunday
Detective Sunday
K Callan
Lisa Williams
Lisa Williams
Carole Cook
Mrs. Dobrun
Mrs. Dobrun
Nina van Pallandt
Anne
Anne
Also known as:
- Gigolô Americano