The Last Showgirl Explained

Director:Gia Coppola
Screenplay:Kate Gersten
Cinematography:Autumn Durald Arkapaw
Music:Andrew Wyatt
Runtime:85 minutes
Country:United States
Language:English

The Last Showgirl is an upcoming American drama film directed by Gia Coppola and written by Kate Gersten. It stars Pamela Anderson, Jamie Lee Curtis, Dave Bautista, Brenda Song, Kiernan Shipka and Billie Lourd.

It will have its world premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival on September 6, 2024.

Premise

After a successful thirty-year run, a seasoned showgirl (Anderson) must plan her future after the show closes abruptly.[1]

Cast

Production

In February 2024, as principal photography had wrapped, it was announced that a drama film titled The Last Showgirl was being directed by Gia Coppola and written by Kate Gersten. Pamela Anderson, Jamie Lee Curtis, Dave Bautista, Brenda Song, Kiernan Shipka and Billie Lourd rounded out the main cast.[2] In May 2024, unveiling the first look for the film, Goodfellas and Utopia, the latter of which was co-founded by Coppola's cousin once removed Robert Schwartzman, announced that they would be teaming up to handle international sales on the film, which had already generated much interest among distributors, at the Marché du Film.[3]

Release

It will have its world premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival on September 6, 2024.[4] [5] It also made it to the main competition slate of the 72nd San Sebastián International Film Festival.[6]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Bergeson . Samantha . Pamela Anderson Lands Lead Role in Gia Coppola’s ‘The Last Showgirl’: It’s a ‘Daring Performance’ . . February 28, 2024 . February 8, 2024.
  2. Web site: Kroll . Justin . Pamela Anderson, Kiernan Shipka, Jamie Lee Curtis, Dave Bautista, Brenda Song And Billie Lourd To Star In ‘The Last Showgirl’ From Gia Coppola . . February 1, 2024 . February 1, 2024.
  3. Web site: Goodfellas & Utopia Unveil First Image Of Pamela Anderson In Gia Coppola’s ‘The Last Showgirl’ As They Team To Co-Sell – Cannes Market. Deadline Hollywood. Melanie. Goodfellow. Andreas. Wiseman. 2 May 2024. 2 May 2024.
  4. Web site: The Last Showgirl. Toronto International Film Festival. July 22, 2024.
  5. Web site: TIFF Lineup: Pam Anderson’s ‘Last Showgirl,’ Ben and J. Lo Project ‘Unstoppable,’ Papal Thriller ‘Conclave’ and More. Variety. Matt. Donnelly. July 22, 2024. July 22, 2024.
  6. Web site: San Sebastian adds Edward Berger, Mike Leigh titles to competition line-up. ScreenDaily. Mona. Tabbara. July 30, 2024.