Janet Amsden is an actor known for her role in Hussy (1980), a film that delves into the gritty underbelly of urban life and sexual politics. In this exploitation classic, Amsden's performance contributes to the film's exploration of complex relationships and the struggles faced by its characters. Although her filmography may be limited, her work in Hussy showcases a raw intensity that resonates within the realm of cult cinema, making her a noteworthy presence in this unique genre.
Hussy
Beaty (Dame Helen Mirren) is a prostitute working out of a high-class London cabaret where Emory (John Shea) is a technician. They begin an affair encumbered by her job, his lack of money, and their pasts: She has an abusive former lover, the father of her ten-year-old son and possibly her pimp, Alex (Paul Angelis), a strong-arm gorilla type fresh out of prison also arrives, needing a place to stay. Alex is clearly a brutish psychopath who threatens Beaty and Emory's future. Emory's wife died in questionable circumstances and he has a shady friend, Max (Murray Salem), who shows up with a scheme for making lots of money. Beaty and Emory want to sort things out, but the odds are against them. Life is no cabaret.
