Polyester
Blessed with a keen sense of smell and cursed with a philandering pornographer husband, a parasitic mother, and a pair of delinquent children, the long-suffering Francine Fishpaw turns to the bottle as her life falls apart -- until deliverance appears in the form of a hunk named Todd Tomorrow. Originally screened with "Odorama" scratch and sniff cards so the audience could (at their own risk) smell along with the film.
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Frequently asked questions about Polyester
Where can I watch Polyester in the United States?
Polyester is not on a subscription streaming service in the United States at the moment, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
What are the ratings for Polyester?
Polyester scores 7.0 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in Polyester?
Polyester stars Divine, Tab Hunter, Edith Massey, David Samson, and Mary Garlington. John Waters is the director.
How long is Polyester?
Polyester runs 1h 26m (86 minutes).
When did Polyester come out?
Polyester was released on May 29, 1981.
Which studio made Polyester?
Polyester was produced by New Line Cinema, Dreamland, and Michael White Productions in the United Kingdom and the United States.
What was the budget for Polyester?
Polyester was made on a budget of $300,000.
How much did Polyester make at the box office?
Polyester grossed $1,120,000 worldwide, against a budget of $300,000.
What languages is Polyester in?
Polyester is in Mandarin and English, and its original language is English.
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