Performance
“Sense Feel Smell Lick Taste Sweat Pump and COME to THE PERFORMANCE”
Synopsis
A behind-the-scenes look at the production of a male strip show — and the performance itself.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
December 16, 1981
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Steve Scott
- Original Title
- Performance
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 27m
- Production Studios
- Marathon Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Steve Scott
Christopher Nils
Steve Scott
Terry LeGrand, Frank Roberts
Department Leadership Roster
Steve Scott
Director
Steve Scott
Editor
Terry LeGrand
Producer
Christopher Nils
Director of Photography
Frank Roberts
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
NC-17: Adults Only — No one 17 and under admitted.
International Certification Matrix
Adults Only — No one 17 and under admitted.
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Performance
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What is Performance about?
A behind-the-scenes look at the production of a male strip show — and the performance itself.
Who directed Performance?
Performance was directed by Steve Scott.
Who stars in Performance?
The principal cast of Performance includes Nick Rodgers, Derrick Stanton, Shawn Victors, Steve York, Jean-Robert LeCocq.
When was Performance released and how long is it?
Performance was released in 1981 with a total runtime of 1h 27m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Performance?
Performance holds official age classifications: US: NC-17 (Adults Only — No one 17 and under admitted.).