Hookers on Davie
"A feature length documentary on street prostitution in Canada."
Originally released in 1984. Hookers on Davie is a documentary film. directed by Holly Dale. At just 88 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
Filmmakers Holly Dale and Janis Cole explore the culture of Davie Street, located in the underbelly of Vancouver, where dozens of prostitutes work and live every day. Surprisingly, they find that the sex trade there is stable and largely non-violent, and that the women who work on Davie Street meet daily to discuss safety and health issues and don't use pimps. The film also includes candid interviews with the prostitutes and footage of negotiations with potential clients.
Quick Facts
Release Date
April 4, 1984
41 years ago
Runtime
1h 28m
88 minutes total
User Rating
4.3/10
Mixed (9 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
Canada
Production
Directors
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Spectrum Films
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hookers on Davie about?
Filmmakers Holly Dale and Janis Cole explore the culture of Davie Street, located in the underbelly of Vancouver, where dozens of prostitutes work and live every day. Surprisingly, they find that t...
Who directed Hookers on Davie?
Hookers on Davie was directed by Holly Dale.
How long is Hookers on Davie?
Hookers on Davie has a runtime of 1 hours and 28 minutes (88 minutes total).
When was Hookers on Davie released?
Hookers on Davie was released on April 4, 1984 in theaters.