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Modeling dreams meet the realities of New York’s meat-market scene.

THE YUM YUM GIRLS

The Girls Who Have It All!

1976 · 1h 29m · R · Comedy / Drama · IMDB TMDB

A young girl who rides in a big city, to become rich and famous. But soon she finds there a lot of sex and other nasty things which can be found only in New York.

Quick Answer

What is The Yum Yum Girls about?

The Yum Yum Girls is a 1976 American comedy-drama directed by Barry Rosen about a naive young woman who moves to New York to pursue a modeling career, only to discover the harsh and exploitative realities of the advertising world.

Programmer's Pick

If you thought modeling in the '70s was all runway and roses, The Yum Yum Girls is here to undress those illusions—sometimes literally. Judy Landers and Tanya Roberts lead a cast that exposes the seamier side of the city that never sleeps, where dreams are as fragile as a Polaroid.

— SassyFlix Programmer

Overview

Melody Pearson, wide-eyed and hopeful, arrives in New York City with dreams of fame and fortune as a model. Instead of easy glamour, she is confronted by the candid and often exploitative side of the advertising industry. The film follows Melody’s journey as she navigates casting directors, photographers, and the unsavory underbelly of city life, learning that the road to stardom can be riddled with unexpected challenges and harsh lessons. Blending comedy with drama, The Yum Yum Girls explores the gap between big city ambitions and the reality faced by newcomers in an unforgiving environment, highlighting both the allure and the pitfalls of the modeling world.

Details & Specs

Director
Barry Rosen
Writer
Philip Levy
Release
1976
Runtime
1h 29m
Language
English
Genres
Comedy, Drama

Why Cult

Seventies New York Grit

The film captures the raw, unfiltered atmosphere of 1970s New York, complete with its temptations and traps.

Modeling Industry Exploitation

A candid look at the dark side of modeling, including casting couches and the commodification of beauty.

Female-Led Cast

Judy Landers, Tanya Roberts, and Michelle Daw anchor the story, bringing both innocence and savvy to their roles.

R-Rated Erotica

Blending comedy and drama, the film doesn't shy away from nudity and adult themes, staying true to its exploitation roots.

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Questions from the Vault

When was The Yum Yum Girls released? +

The Yum Yum Girls was released in 1976.

Who directed The Yum Yum Girls? +

The Yum Yum Girls was directed by Barry Rosen.

How long is The Yum Yum Girls? +

The Yum Yum Girls has a runtime of 89 minutes.

What genre is The Yum Yum Girls? +

The film is a comedy-drama.

Where can I watch The Yum Yum Girls? +

The Yum Yum Girls is available to stream on SassyFlix.

Trailers & Clips

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