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DOCUMENTARY APPRECIATION CLASS

Thursday, July 17, 2008

MUSTANG: THE HOUSE THAT JOE BUILT















(1978) Director:
Robert Guralnick

Not Available on DVD. Post a comment for info on how to see the film.

SUMMARY:


The inside story of America's first and biggest legal brothel!

The State of Nevada in the U.S. permitted legal prostitution beginning in 1970. This '76 documentary explores the lifestyle of the denizens of the largest brothel in that state, the Mustang Bridge Ranch, founded by the colorful entrepreneur Joe Conforte. Off-duty girls talk about all but their kinkiest customers in a revealing way and discuss their own backgrounds. Several clients also discuss the ranch. Mr. Conforte (who okayed the film) is shown living extravagantly and happily on the proceeds of their labors.


VIDEO:



REVIEWS, INTERVIEWS, CREDITS:
  • Review from Shock Cinema magazine
NOTES:
  • The original 'Cathouse'
  • Nominated for a Golden Globe as Best Documentary
  • Music composed by Carmine Coppola
  • History of the Mustang Ranch
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Documentary Appreciation Class
COURSE REQUIREMENTS: Obtain by any means, watch, and research little known, overlooked, and classic documentary films. In addition you will be required to post your findings here should you find the film of merit. IMPORTANT: Projects are due AT THE START of the class.
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