Hookers on Davie

"A feature length documentary on street prostitution in Canada."

Apr 5 1984 N/A 1h 28m
Documentary

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.

Plot

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.

Written by

Janis Cole, Holly Dale

Directed by

Janis Cole, Holly Dale

Cast

N/A

Production Countries

Canada

Production Companies

Spectrum Films

Languages

English

Awards

2 wins & 1 nomination

Scores
# of Votes
129
Average Rating
7.3 out of 10
Metascore
NA
Popularity
NA