Female Trouble (re-release)

In the winter of 1960, Dawn Davenport faced rejection when her parents refused to buy her the cha-cha heels she desired for Christmas. This emotional turmoil culminated in a dramatic outburst as she overturned the family Christmas tree and stormed out of the house, embarking on a chaotic journey fueled by rebellion.

Dawn's impulsive decision led her to hitch a ride with Earl Peterson, a man of questionable morals. Their journey took her to a desolate location where they shared a filthy mattress, resulting in an unintended pregnancy that Earl evaded responsibility for.

Dawn gave birth to a daughter, whom she named Taffy. However, the challenges of motherhood were compounded by her abusive tendencies, as Dawn subjected Taffy to both physical and emotional torment, reflecting her own struggles.

To survive, Dawn took a series of dead-end jobs, including waitressing at a diner and dancing at a sleazy club. With the help of her former high school friends, Concetta and Chicklette, they resorted to robberies and street prostitution, navigating a darker lifestyle.

In her quest for stability, Dawn found solace at the Lipstick Beauty Salon, eventually marrying her hairstylist and neighbor, Gater Nelson. However, this new relationship soon faced turbulence, foreshadowing complications ahead.

At the Lipstick Beauty Salon, owners Donald and Donna Dasher crafted a bizarre artistic venture that blurred lines between criminality and beauty. They lured Dawn into their scheme, promising fame and capturing her transgressions for their own gain.

After marrying Gater, Dawn's life took a dark turn when she was disfigured with acid by Gater's vengeful aunt, Ida. The Dashers exploited this transformation, turning her into a grotesque model while binding her to a lavish life steeped in dependency.

In a chilling act of revenge, the Dashers captured Ida and imprisoned her in a birdcage, presenting her as a grotesque gift to Dawn. They demanded that Dawn sever her own hand in response to her disfigurement, showcasing the dark manipulation surrounding her life.

Taffy, growing discontent with her mother's lifestyle, confronted Dawn about her father, leading her to a heartbreaking discovery. Upon finding him reduced to a drunken wreck, Taffy's outrage culminated in tragedy as she ended his life to protect herself.

Upon returning home, Taffy fabricates a story about her father's whereabouts and announces her desire to join the Hare Krishna movement. This revelation ignites Dawn's fury, prompting a series of threats that further complicate their strained relationship.

Under the Dashers' influence, Dawn underwent a shocking transformation into a flamboyant performer. Her bizarre nightclub act included trampolining, destruction of phone directories, and dancing among dead fish, culminating in an explosive onstage meltdown.

Dawn's chaotic performance drew authorities to the scene, escalating the situation and adding to the body count. Amidst the destruction, the Dashers managed to escape, portraying themselves as innocent bystanders while leaving Dawn to face the consequences.

Dawn's legal troubles deepened as she was apprehended in a dense forest and faced trial for multiple murders. Despite a vigorous defense arguing for insanity, the deceptive testimony provided by the Dashers ensured that she was found guilty.

The jury's decision led to a harrowing sentence of death by electric chair for Dawn. A poignant moment came as she prepared for execution, exchanging farewells with her fellow inmate and lover, Earnestine, highlighting the personal cost of her chaotic life.

As she was led to her execution, Dawn delivered a mock acceptance speech, defiant until the end. Her haunting words lingered in the air as the deadly current ultimately claimed her life, marking the tragic conclusion of her tumultuous journey.