Outlaw Poverty, Not Prostitution

About This Movie

Outlaw Poverty, Not Prostitution is a fascinating dive into the often overlooked narratives of sex workers. Shot during the 1989 World Whores' Summit in San Francisco, the film weaves together personal stories and activist voices from a global perspective. The tone is raw and unfiltered, creating an intimate atmosphere that invites viewers into the realities faced by those in the industry. You get a sense of the urgency surrounding human rights for prostitutes, and the pacing keeps the conversations flowing, bouncing from one impactful interview to another. There's a certain grit to the presentation, a reflection of the struggles being discussed. The performances aren't rehearsed, they feel genuine, which adds to the documentary's distinctiveness.

Features interviews with global activists and sex workers · Captures the atmosphere of the San Francisco Summit · Conveys themes of human rights and societal stigma