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Pamela Anderson Delivers Career-Defining Role in 'The Last Showgirl'

Gia Coppola's latest film highlights Anderson's nuanced performance as a fading Las Vegas dancer while exploring themes of ageism and reinvention.

  • Pamela Anderson stars as Shelly, a Las Vegas performer navigating career and personal challenges in Gia Coppola's third feature film.
  • Critics praise Anderson's raw and emotional performance, calling it a career-best and sparking discussions of potential awards recognition.
  • Director Gia Coppola, known for her intimate storytelling, collaborated with her family and a strong supporting cast, including Dave Bautista and Jamie Lee Curtis, to bring the project to life.
  • The film tackles themes of ageism, societal expectations, and reinvention, resonating with Anderson's real-life experiences and struggles in Hollywood.
  • 'The Last Showgirl,' distributed by Roadside Attractions, opens in theaters today, December 13, with a wider release planned for January 10.
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