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A Ratic 90s is a podcast dedicated to exploring the secret and or forgotten histories of Hollywood's first century. Last week, we talked about Pretty Woman, a movie that has been considered problematic for as long as it's been popular. Some worried its fantasy portrayal of a rich guy falling in love with a street prostitute sent the wrong message to impressionable girls. Due to films like Pretty Woman, many troubled teens believe they can run away to Beverly Hills, engage in prostitution, meet a prince, and live happily ever after.

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