From the exaggerated acting from Elizabeth Berkley, to the mediocre music numbers (written by The Eurythmics’ Dave Stewart), everything in Showgirls is a gloriously hollow spectacle, dipped in glitter and slathered in fake tan. Having made his name in Hollywood in the ‘80s with sardonic sci-fi like Robocop and Total Recall, Paul Verhoeven went back to his roots (no pun intended) in the ‘90s with Basic Instinct. You May Also Like. PG-13 • Drama, Thriller • Movie (2000) Colors. 7-day free trial for Live TV and 30-day free trial for Add-Ons valid for new and eligible existing subscribers only.

Don't miss this misunderstood classic , which is now available at SBS On Demand. David was equally critical of Eszterhas's sript ("full of poor dialogue and contrived situations"), but he thought Verhoeven's visual skills were a redeeming feature: “he made the best of a very sleazy situation”. Pricing, channels, features, content, and compatible devices subject to change. Location data required to access content on mobile devices for any Live TV subscription. Perhaps unsurprisingly, Showgirls eventually connected with its audience through the home entertainment release (it ranks as one of MGM’s top 20 titles of all time), and it now enjoys cult status as a misunderstood, misanthropic take on the tired ‘star is born’ trope. SBS acknowledges the traditional owners of country throughout Australia. Is it art? Directed by Paul Verhoeven and stars Elizabeth Berkley, Kyle MacLachlan and Gina Gershon. Happily, the passage of time has worked in the film’s favour, and restored Showgirls’ legacy. Live TV may vary by subscription and location. Multiple concurrent streams and HD content may require higher bandwidth. Start watching Showgirls. Programming subject to regional availability, blackouts, and device restrictions. Details below. Live TV is available in the 50 United States and the District of Columbia only. No hidden fees, equipment rentals, or installation appointments. Due to streaming rights, a few shows play with an ad break before and after. Elizabeth Berkley in 'Showgirls' (SBS Movies), SBS World Movies Weekly Highlights: 19 - 25 October, TV Movie Guide Highlights: 12 - 18 October, SBS World Movies Weekly Highlights: 12 - 18 October, Top movies to watch this month: October 2020, Best movies over 2.5 hours to stream at SBS On Demand, now that you have the time, 11 Comedies You Can Stream Right Now If You Just Need A Good Laugh. Is it trash? Inspired by the all-time classic All About Eve, Showgirls is a story of naked ambition (pun intended), from the perspective of a small-time dancer who struts and sleeps her way to the top of the Vegas erotic dance industry (and doesn’t learn a thing along the way). Watch the original Movie Show review below: In the U.S. the film’s NC-17 rating (which is harder than an R, under the North American the U.S. rating system) didn’t help it on release, as it limited the potential audience for the film (even so, Verhoeven had sought the harsh rating from the outset, to spare himself the back-and-forth with censors that had marred his experience making Basic Instinct, which garnered an R). It’s a cynical and salacious satire of ‘the American Dream Factory’, and is thus intentionally, farcically over the top. New subscribers only. A few shows play with an ad break before and after the video. I mean, you just can’t have any sympathy for them at all." SBS acknowledges the traditional owners of country throughout Australia. Compatible device and high-speed, broadband Internet connection required. On the strength of the film’s worldwide box office in excess of US$350m (from a budget of sub-US$50m), the pair had momentum to double down with their next foray into mainstream erotica: Showgirls. Stay current with additional news, entertainment, and lifestyle programming from American Heroes Channel, CNBC World, Cooking Channel, Destination America, Discovery Family, Discovery Life, DIY Network, FYI, LMN, and Science. The explicit thriller was more in tune with the style of sexy movies for which he was better known in his native Holland, and, thanks to Sharon Stone’s game performance and cross-legged antics, it made money hand over foot, and patched up a frosty relationship between Verhoeven and his partner in crime, writer Joe Eszterhas. Showgirls (MA 15+) is now available to watch at SBS On Demand (for a limited time). Schindler's List. For personal and non-commercial use only. SBS World Movies Weekly Highlights: 19 - 25 October, TV Movie Guide Highlights: 12 - 18 October, SBS World Movies Weekly Highlights: 12 - 18 October, Top movies to watch this month: October 2020, Best movies over 2.5 hours to stream at SBS On Demand, now that you have the time, 11 Comedies You Can Stream Right Now If You Just Need A Good Laugh. Add HBO Max™ to any Hulu plan for an additional, Birds of Prey: And the Fantabulous Emancipation of One Harley Quinn. For this, David thought Showgirls warranted an extra star. R • Action, Drama • Movie (1988) Of Mice and Men. She gets a job as a stripper at a seedy club, but after a chance meeting, manages to work her way into a chorus line. Showgirls (MA 15+) is now available to watch at SBS On Demand (for a limited time). However, Nomi soon realises that fame comes with a price. Start Your Free Trial. Yes and yes. Nomi Malone, an attractive young drifter, arrives in Las Vegas with plans to become a dancer. An aspiring Las Vegas showgirl stops at nothing to realize her dream in this outrageous, controversial film. Cloud DVR storage space is limited. Enjoy a collection of popular favorites in Spanish – CNN en Español, Discovery en Español, Discovery Familia, ESPN Deportes, History Channel en Español, and Universo. It scooped the Razzies the next year and Verhoeven showed up to collect his gong(s) in person. Margaret found no redeeming features whatsoever: "I mean, no one minds a walk on the wild side: 'Okay, let’s see how the other half lives’," she said, "But they’re so uninteresting, these characters, and actually so dislikeable. Nomi Malone, an attractive young drifter, arrives in Las Vegas with plans to become a dancer. PG-13 • Drama • Movie (1991) The Skulls. Even here at SBS, our own Margaret David on the The Movie Show were united in their condemnation of the film. Sadly, the 1995 critics didn’t appreciate it as a screwball farce: they savaged it with almost universally terrible reviews. Showgirls . It failed to break even, grossing just US$37m worldwide (from a budget of US$45m). She gave it one star. Number of permitted concurrent streams will vary based on the terms of your subscription. Streaming content may count against your data usage. And we love it. Please review our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. Add HBO Max™ to any Hulu plan for an additional 14.99/month. Add HBO Max™ to any Hulu plan for an additional $14.99/month. R • Drama, History • Movie (1993) Fried Green Tomatoes.