 When young drifter Nomi Malone (Elizabeth Berkley) is stranded in Las Vegas, she befriends seamstress Molly (Gina Ravera) and supports herself by being an exotic dancer. When she meets the new lead showgirl for the Stardusts  show, Cristal Conners (Gina Gershon) she becomes enthrilled at the glamorous life of the Vegas showgirl and determines to become one herself. With each higher rank on the Las Vegas ladder, there is a higher price to pay. Is she willing to risk everything to be in the spotlight?