An Act of Prostitution

An Act of Prostitution
In An Act of Prostitution, an enormous, foul-mouthed whore stands accused of solicitation. Jimmy Mulligan is her court appointed lawyer. Not wanting to waste his or the court's time, he advises her to plead guilty and take a plea. Having no desire to return to jail, Mrs. Brown declines the offer and maintains her innocence. Another lawyer, knowing Mrs. Brown's reputation, asks if perhaps her case be heard first, as his client is a good Italian boy. The goal is to soften the judge with the humor of Mrs. Brown's case, to ensure that his client receives a lighter senten…