(in production)
Logline
Beyond stilettos, booze, and cash, The Mirage is an intimate, unapologetic portrait of four women in North Florida navigating chronic illness, caregiving, religious exile, and economic instability — and the strip club that offers them not just survival, but dignity. The Mirage reveals how the American dream has failed so many, and how one unconventional workplace offers a radical alternative.
Synopsis
An intimate glimpse into sexual theater, The Mirage explores the dynamics of adult nightclub entertainment, the cost of fantasy, and the lives of those working in a stigmatized subculture. This character-driven feature documentary reveals the inner workings of a club economy as participants navigate personal challenges and relationships. Centered on four women and supported by voices of bartenders, managers, and security staff, the film takes place at The Pony in Pensacola, Florida. While such environments are often portrayed with sensationalism, The Mirage focuses on authenticity—capturing dressing room banter and office dynamics while highlighting the nuance and complexity of its participants. Outside the club, dancers juggle parenting, caregiving, health issues, and new relationships—living full, everyday lives.
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