Striptease

It's the American tradition and dream come to life in this classic film: A woman with student loans has to figure out a way to work off that steep price. What better way to do it than to strip?! But that comes with its own line of characters and rules. Can she achieve her goals? Or will she be swallowed up by the seedy world of sex?

Directed by Phil Hall, Striptease leans on a strong ensemble — Tara Aire, Colleen Brennan, Tanya Lawson — 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 screen titles of 1985.