"She walked off the street, into his life and stole his heart." Self-involved corporate raider Edward Lewis has recently split up with his girlfriend. Seeking directions to the Beverly Hills Hotel, he makes the acquaintance of free-spirited hooker Vivian Ward and decides to put her on a $3,000 retainer as his "date." he "Cinderellarizes" her by bankrolling a full wardrobe and cosmetic makeover. Of course, the setup will be strictly platonic. Richard Gere and Julia Roberts [in her Golden Globe®-winning role] leads. Garry Marshall directs from the script by J.F. Lawton. Produced by Aaron Milchan and Steven Reuther; Executive Producer: Laura Ziskin. Music by James Newton Howard • Soundtrack available on EMI. an Aaron Milchan production for Touchstone Pictures, with Silver Screen Partners IV. Approved for theatrical release [#30198; #37175 (edited)]/rated R for sexuality and some language • Director's Cut: Not Rated