Roadside Attractions has just unveiled the official trailer for The Last Showgirl, a poignant and visually stunning film directed by Gia Coppola. Premiering to rave reviews at the 2024 Toronto Film Festival and screening at prestigious festivals like San Sebastian, Zurich, Denver, and Miami, the film is shaping up to be a major contender in the upcoming award season. With a star-studded cast that includes Pamela Anderson, Jamie Lee Curtis, Dave Bautista, Brenda Song, Kiernan Shipka, and Billie Lourd, The Last Showgirl promises a deep dive into the glamorous yet gritty world of showbiz, exploring themes of resilience, family, and self-discovery.
The heart of The Last Showgirl revolves around Pamela Anderson’s portrayal of Shelley, a glamorous showgirl in her fifties who has spent decades dazzling audiences on stage. When the iconic show she’s been part of for 30 years is suddenly shut down, Shelley is forced to reckon with her future. No longer able to rely on her youthful beauty and star power, she finds herself at a crossroads, struggling to reinvent herself and find new meaning beyond the stage.
As Shelley faces the daunting challenge of planning for life after the spotlight, the film also delves into her complicated relationship with her daughter (played by Kiernan Shipka), who has long felt neglected in favor of her mother’s career. The emotional core of the film centers around Shelley’s efforts to reconnect with her daughter and make amends for the time lost to her showgirl life. The story is a bittersweet exploration of aging, the price of fame, and the unbreakable bond between mother and child.
The Last Showgirl features a standout original song, “Beautiful That Way,” sung by pop superstar Miley Cyrus, adding an extra layer of emotional depth to the film’s already rich narrative. Written by Kate Gersten, the screenplay balances humor, heartache, and hope, offering a touching tribute to the women who have lived their lives in the spotlight, only to discover the true meaning of resilience when the curtain falls.
Set for release in the U.S. on December 13, 2024, with a wider rollout on January 10, 2025, The Last Showgirl is shaping up to be one of the most talked-about films of the season.
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