Sexwork & Me (2012)
Overview
21st century legal prostitution through the frank stories of Amsterdam red-light district sex workers at a time when tighter regulation threatens their livelihood.
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Additional Info
| Budget | $0.00 |
|---|---|
| Revenue | $0.00 |
| Original Language | en |
| Popularity | 0.374 |
Directed By
Clare Sturges
Crew
Clare Sturges
TOP CAST
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