Washington DC, Oct. 11 -- Actress Elizabeth Berkley opened up on the intense criticism she received following her 1995 film 'Showgirls', reported People.

Directed by Paul Verhoeven and written by Joe Eszterhas, the film features an ensemble cast that includes Elizabeth Berkley, Kyle MacLachlan, Gina Gershon, Glenn Plummer, Robert Davi, Alan Rachins, and Gina Ravera.

Berkley played Nomi Malone in the movie.

It's been nearly three decades since the actress made an impact on silver screens as a Las Vegas dancer in the 1995 erotic drama.

During the 30th anniversary screening of the film in Austin, she recounted the backlash she received after the movie's release.

"I took a beating, guys," she said during a fan Q&A before the screening. "...