I Was a Jewish Sex Worker
Synopsis
I Was a Jewish Sex Worker is a humorous, no-holds-barred autobiographical film about the director’s former career as a sex worker and his relationship with his Jewish family. From graphic, erotic massages to a revealing interview with his grandmother, Roth tells a unique tale and explores themes of sexual wellness, connection and self-realization. Featuring guest appearances by German filmmaker Rosa von Praunheim and sexologist/performer Annie Sprinkle.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
October 22, 1996
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Phillip B. Roth
- Screenplay & Story
- Phillip B. Roth
- Original Score
- Nehama Lifshitz
- Original Title
- I Was a Jewish Sex Worker
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 12m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Phillip B. Roth
Phillip B. Roth
Nehama Lifshitz
Phillip B. Roth, Bernd Schönherr, Billy Quinn, Sean McDonald, Herbert Roth, Richard Kwietniowski, James Wentzy, Robert Hilferty, Ina Roth, Andy Moore
Phillip B. Roth
Paul Lee, Phillip B. Roth
Department Leadership Roster
Phillip B. Roth
Director
Paul Lee
Producer
Phillip B. Roth
Writer
Phillip B. Roth
Producer
Phillip B. Roth
Editor
Phillip B. Roth
Director of Photography
Bernd Schönherr
Director of Photography
Billy Quinn
Director of Photography
Sean McDonald
Director of Photography
Herbert Roth
Director of Photography
Richard Kwietniowski
Director of Photography
James Wentzy
Director of Photography
Robert Hilferty
Director of Photography
Ina Roth
Director of Photography
Andy Moore
Director of Photography
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What is I Was a Jewish Sex Worker about?
I Was a Jewish Sex Worker is a humorous, no-holds-barred autobiographical film about the director’s former career as a sex worker and his relationship with his Jewish family. From graphic, erotic massages to a revealing interview with his grandmother, Roth tells a unique tale and explores themes of sexual wellness, connection and self-realization. Featuring guest appearances by German filmmaker Rosa von Praunheim and sexologist/performer Annie Sprinkle.
Who directed I Was a Jewish Sex Worker?
I Was a Jewish Sex Worker was directed by Phillip B. Roth.
Who stars in I Was a Jewish Sex Worker?
The principal cast of I Was a Jewish Sex Worker includes Brandon Judell, Lynn Krupp, Phillip B. Roth, Rosa von Praunheim, Phideaux Xavier.
When was I Was a Jewish Sex Worker released and how long is it?
I Was a Jewish Sex Worker was released in 1996 with a total runtime of 1h 12m.
Who composed the musical score for I Was a Jewish Sex Worker?
The original motion picture soundtrack for I Was a Jewish Sex Worker was composed by Nehama Lifshitz.