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Portland, Oregon is home to the highest number of strip clubs per capita in the United States.

This documentary does a deep-dive exploration of Portland clubs— discussing what they are for and why the city has so many.

Through interviews with strippers, regulars, and industry experts, viewers are invited to leave their preconceived notions at the door and take a closer look at a widely misunderstood industry.

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PRODUCTION

Ken J. Griggs

Executive Producer

Ken Griggs moved to Oregon in 1993 and quickly came to appreciate its unique quirks and culture.

 

After 34 years in the financial sector and the sale of his business, he embarked on a creative journey to shine a light on one of Portland's most infamous institutions: its strip clubs.

 

As owner of Crystal Ship Productions, Ken believes in the power of storytelling through film. 

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Megan Ashley Alan

Director / Producer

Megan Ashley Alan is a PNW-native and LA-trained filmmaker and owner of Lightning Creative.

 

A graduate of the Media Arts program from Occidental College with an emphasis in Film Production, she brings a critical eye and heartfelt curiosity to every project she takes on.

 

She has been writing, directing, filming, and editing visual projects in Portland, Oregon since 2012. 

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ABOUT CHEERS!

"Cheers! Portland, The Strip Club Capital of America" documents the history and politics of a Portland institution...its strip clubs.

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