Pretty Woman is the iconic 1990 rom-com starring Julia Roberts and Richard Gere as romantic love interests.
Although the premise of a wealthy entrepreneur falling for an escort is famously unrealistic, the chemistry between the leads is unforgettable, with slick comedy keeping the film moving, and fantastic acting.
It must also be noted that for the most part, it features a mostly open-minded and accepting presentation of sex work for its time.
Despite Roberts’ character Vivian’s eventual departure from the profession (which is simplistically and perhaps narrow-mindedly presented as being a better life choice for her), the film does not shame her for being a prostitute per se.
Considered as being paramount among the classic rom-com genre and even spawning a Broadway musical, it has had a huge cultural impact.
Although Pretty Woman has not always been loved by critics, the rom-com Runaway Bride, which was released almost a decade…
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