
Bartender Joey, who prefers to have affairs with married women, seduces Joan. She falls in love with him and leaves her husband, agreeing to work as a prostitute for Joey so they can get married. Joey continues to recruit for his prostitution ring and Joan, aware that she is just being used, holds out on him. Joey beats her, sending her to the hospital and subsequent police investigation leads to her arrest.
Directed by —, Housewives and Bartenders leans on a strong ensemble — Sheri Jackson, Karen Drake, Anne Shay — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.
The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about drama titles of 1968.
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