Watch The Girlfriend Experience
(2009)The Girlfriend Experience tells that Chelsea, portrayed by Sasha Grey, leads a high-end lifestyle as a Manhattan call girl, commanding a hefty fee of $2,000 per hour. Her unique offering is the "girlfriend experience," where she immerses herself in her clients' lives, catering to their desires, accompanying them to events, and engaging in intimate encounters. As October 2008 unfolds, with a presidential election looming and an economic crisis gripping the nation, Chelsea finds herself navigating the complexities of her personal and professional life. While maintaining a relationship with her boyfriend, Chris, a personal trainer, Chelsea balances her work commitments with efforts to enhance her online presence. She seeks guidance from image consultants and participates in interviews with reporters. Utilizing astrology, she delves into her clients' birthdays, offering them predictions tied to their astrological signs. Amidst it all, a new client from Los Angeles captures her attention, and she grapples with the decision of whether to bend her own rules for him. The potential consequences of her relationship with Chris weigh heavily on her mind. Additionally, Chelsea contemplates the idea of investing in gold, unsure of its potential impact on her financial future. Throughout five non-consecutive days in Chelsea's life, we witness the intricate interplay between her personal aspirations, romantic entanglements, and the choices she must make to navigate an uncertain future. The ever-shifting landscape of her world forces her to question her boundaries and reconsider her priorities, all while grappling with the profound impact of the times in which she lives.
May. 22,2009
1 hr 17 min
Steven Soderbergh
Brian Koppelman, David Levien
2929 Productions, Magnolia Pictures, Extension 765