The Last Showgirl stars Pamela Anderson, a woman who keeps evolving as she moves toward her late 50’s. She’s gone from pin up girl, to tv star, to sex tape queen, to rock and roller bride, to Mom, to movie star. And to use part of a Betty Davis film quote, it was quite ‘a bumpy ride’, meaning some of her titles weren’t sought out, but rather foistered upon her.
Kate Gersten’s screenplay is relevant in that it speaks to people ageing out of their jobs and I think, shines the light on the need for activities to help people in their 60’s and 70’s bridge the gap between career and retirement. Pamela Anderson is the perfect pick for the lead as surely she can relate to The Substance-like snubbing, older women receive in many professions that rely on youthful appearance.
Gia Coppola’s direction was apt and I truly enjoyed the super indie realistic cinematography. I heard a few complaints about the wobbling camera and fuzziness of some of the scenes, but as a super sober and non gambling 4 time Vegas visitor, even without substances, there’s something about the atmosphere that makes one feel dizzy.
The performances were all 100’s! Pamela Anderson is a solid actress and Jamie lee Curtis, looking more female than I’ve seen her since A Fish Called Wanda, was perfect as her bestie. Dave Bautista was excellent as a repressed Vegas set director. And Billie Lourd was sympathetic as Pamela’s daughter.
