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Stylish, provocative, and unforgettable. The cult thriller American Gigolo returns in an exclusive Limited Edition from Arrow Video, newly restored in 4K from the original negative, packed with special features and housed in collectible packaging for discerning film fans.
Julian Kaye (Richard Gere) is a charming and confident man who makes a living as an elite escort for wealthy women in the luxurious world of Los Angeles. He lives in opulence, wears designer suits, and believes he has everything under control—until he becomes entangled in a murder case, and his carefully built life begins to unravel.
Paul Schrader, the screenwriter of the legendary Taxi Driver, steps behind the camera to deliver a dark exploration of loneliness, identity, and alienation, with a striking visual style, hypnotic atmosphere, and an iconic soundtrack by Giorgio Moroder, featuring the hit Call Me by Blondie.
American Gigolo defined an era and forever changed the portrayal of male sexuality in Hollywood cinema.
🎬 Trivia and Fun Facts
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Richard Gere became a sex symbol of the 1980s thanks to this role – the iconic scene of him trying on suits in front of the mirror became a pop culture moment.
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The role was originally intended for John Travolta, who dropped out at the last minute – giving the part to the then lesser-known Gere.
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The film was one of the first Hollywood titles to openly depict male nudity from a female desire perspective.
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Its style influenced early 1980s fashion and aesthetics – from luxurious interiors and Armani suits to a synth-pop soundtrack.
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Director Paul Schrader described the film as “a combination of Hitchcock, Bergman, and pop” – a blend of dark noir and glossy glamour.