Call Girl '88

Call Girl '88

1988 · 94 min · ★ 4.8 · Drama

A depressing tale dealing with five women involved with prostitution and the effects it has on their love and family lives. High class or low class, each is just as sad.

Directed by David Lam Tak-Luk · Written by Tommy Sham Sai-Sang

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