

Exotica(1994)
"In a world of temptation, obsession is the deadliest desire."
Overview
In the upscale Toronto strip club Exotica, dancer Christina is visited nightly by the obsessive Francis, a depressed tax auditor. Her ex-boyfriend, the club's MC, Eric, still jealously pines for her even as he introduces her onstage, but Eric is having his own relationship problems with the club's female owner. Thomas, a mysterious pet-shop owner, is about to become unexpectedly involved in their lives.
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Bruce Greenwood
Francis

Mia Kirshner
Christina

Don McKellar
Thomas

Sarah Polley
Tracey

Victor Garber
Harold

David Hemblen
Inspector
Peter Krantz
Man in taxi

Arsinée Khanjian
Zoe

Elias Koteas
Eric
Calvin Green
Customs Officer

Damon D'Oliveira
Man at opera

Jack Blum
Scalper

Billy Merasty
Man at opera
Ken McDougall
Doorman

Maury Chaykin
Exotica Club Client (uncredited)

C.J. Lusby
Exotica Club Dancer (uncredited)
Nadine Ramkisson
Exotica Club Dancer (uncredited)
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