The Prostitutes of Lyon Speak (1975)
Overview
Documentary about the Lyon sex workers who occupied the church of St. Nizier on June 3, 1975.
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| Budget | $0.00 |
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| Original Language | fr |
| Popularity | 0.567 |
Directed By
Carole Roussopoulos
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Carole Roussopoulos
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