In 1979, a group of young filmmakers set out to make an adult film in rural Texas, but when their reclusive, elderly hosts catch them in the act, the cast find themselves fighting for their lives.
Ambitious Westport High School senior, Matthew Kidman dreams of a career in politics. He has been accepted to prestigious Georgetown University, but will only be able to afford it if he can win a large scholarship. With graduation approaching, he struggles to find anything truly memorable about his high school experience. However, his luck changes when he meets his beautiful next door neighbour Danielle. The outlandish Danielle and the steady Matthew each turn out to be the perfect complement for the other, and they are immediately smitten with one another. However, the relationship is challenged when Matthew discovers through his porn-enthusiast friend Eli that Danielle was recently an adult film actress under the stage name "Athena". Following Eli's advice on how to deal with this incredible revelation, Matthew takes Danielle to a sleazy motel. Danielle guesses that Matthew has discovered her past and punishes him by performing a striptease and offering herself to him sexually. When Matthew becomes distressed and asks why she is degrading herself for him, Danielle calls him out on his base intentions and abruptly ends the relationship. Matthew goes to Danielle's house the following day and attempts to reconcile with her, but learns that she is returning to the porn industry, and is leaving for Las Vegas with her ex-boyfriend, porn producer Kelly. Matthew, riddled with guilt and remorse, follows Danielle to Las Vegas to find her performing at an adult film convention, where Kelly menacingly warns Matthew not to interfere with his business. When Matthew convinces Danielle not to rejoin the industry, Kelly abducts Matthew from school and physically assaults him, saying that Danielle's failure to arrive on set has cost him $30,000. Kelly offers to let him erase his debt by breaking into rival producer Hugo Posh's home to steal an award statuette, but after Matthew has entered the house Kelly calls in a robbery report and leaves the premises. Matthew narrowly avoids the police and rushes to his scholarship award dinner. High on ecstasy that Kelly told him was aspirin, he improvises a deeply sentimental speech but loses out on the scholarship to a student who resembles nothing so much as the passionless, pre-Danielle version of Matthew. Kelly then gets his money back by stealing $25,000 Matthew raised to bring Samnang, a brilliant Cambodian student, to study in the United States. Not wanting to explain his connections to the adult film industry, Matthew had previously introduced Kelly to the bank staff as his student advisor. Although Matthew has done nothing wrong, he still fears that he will face expulsion or criminal charges for his unwitting role in the fraud, and he turns to Danielle for help. Danielle calls in a few friends from her days as a porn star, and they agree to make a video for Hugo Posh on prom night and on school grounds. After the successful shoot, and after Eli has been dropped off with the tape's master copy, Danielle and Matthew make love for the first time in their limousine. Matthew Kidman, played by Emile Hirsch. The next morning Matthew is shocked to find Kelly, in possession of the tape he has stolen from Eli's home, with his parents and school principal at the dining room table. Kelly asks to speak privately with Matthew and says that unless he is given half of all profits, he will play the tape immediately. Matthew, following Danielle's earlier advice to just go with it, refuses because the money rightfully belongs to Samnang. Kelly repeats his threat, but Matthew stands up for himself and dares him, stating that he no longer cares about his now-ruined future. As the tape begins to play, it becomes clear that Matthew and his friends have made a progressive, comprehensive sex education tape rather than a pornographic film. With no more cards left to play, Kelly finally admits defeat. Hugo Posh and Matthew make millions from the video. Hugo Posh keeps his word and pays for Samnang to come to the USA, while Matthew has enough money to attend Georgetown and take Danielle to DC with him. The final scene is Matthew driving into Georgetown University in a BMW Z4. Matthew's story ends with him getting the girl of his dreams and a chance at the future he has always wanted.
The Deuce is a TV show that explores the rise of the porn industry in New York City during the 1970s and 1980s. It follows the story of twin brothers, Vincent and Frankie Martino, as they become involved in the world of pornography and the various characters that inhabit it. The show delves into the seedy underbelly of the industry, including the pimps, prostitutes, mobsters, and police officers who all play a part. It also touches on social and political issues of the time, such as women's rights activism and the impact of pornography on society.
Zack and Miri, lifelong platonic friends, make an adult film to solve their financial problems. As they film, they realize they have deeper feelings for each other than they thought.
Rocco is a documentary that delves into the life of Rocco Siffredi, an Italian adult film actor known for his explicit performances and exploration of sexuality. The film provides an intimate look into his career, personal life, and the porn industry as a whole, touching on themes of retirement, masturbation, multiple partners, and more.
A man implicated in the triple homicide of three Hollywood starlets begins his own investigation. With the help of two detectives, he delves into a world of drugs, violence, and corruption to uncover the truth. As he follows the trail, he discovers connections to a prominent actor, a mechanic, and a silver-haired cop. With each clue, he gets closer to unraveling the conspiracy behind the murders.
Set in 1980s Paris, an undercover cop goes on a stakeout in the red-light district to investigate money laundering in the porn industry. Along the way, he encounters strippers, porn stars, adult movie theaters, and a world of sex shops and debauchery. As he gets deeper into his investigation, he realizes that there is more to this glamorous and dangerous world than meets the eye.
Family Business was an American reality TV series produced for the cable network Showtime. Based in Los Angeles, the series focused on the pornography industry and the life of Adam Glasser, a reality porn star and video director who uses the stage name "Seymore Butts". Also featured on the series were his son, Brady, along with his mother, Lila Glasser, and his older cousin, Stevie Glasser, both of whom help Adam run the eponymous "family business" of the series, which in this case is a successful porn video production and distribution house in the San Fernando Valley, known for the "Seymore Butts" line of videos. The series first aired in 2003. In Canada it is broadcast on The Movie Network, Movie Central, and Showcase Television, in the UK on Channel 4, and in Latin America on FX. The first two seasons are currently available on DVD in North America. The series ran for four seasons. The series won the 2005 AVN award for 'Best Alternative Release'.
Rated X is a biography drama that tells the story of a porn producer and his rise to success in the adult film industry. The film explores the glamorous and dark side of the porn industry, including themes of addiction, betrayal, and the involvement of the mob.
In a Parisian suburb, a porn producer tries to make money by producing a successful porn movie. Along the way, he faces challenges including seduction, racism, and homophobia.
In The Life and Death of a Porno Gang, a group of misfit artists come together to form a porno gang known as 'The Poet's Derangement'. They embark on a road trip through Serbia, creating unconventional adult films along the way. As they push the boundaries of their art, they encounter violence, drugs, and the harsh realities of war. The journey takes a dark turn, leading to a downfall filled with tragedy and despair.
Mostly Sunny is a documentary that follows the life of a former pornography actress, exploring her career in the adult film industry and her journey towards empowerment as a liberated woman. Set in Ontario, Canada, the film sheds light on her experiences as a Punjabi Sikh woman and her transition from the adult film industry to a more mainstream career in Bollywood. It also delves into her relationships with her family, including her mother, brother, and sister. Through interviews and personal anecdotes, Mostly Sunny explores the challenges she faced and the impact her choices had on her life.
Beautiful Aliana Love moves to Los Angeles with dreams of becoming a star, but quickly realizes that, in Hollywood, you are either on the plate or in front of it. Financial woes force a reluctant but desperate Aliana into the seedy world of adult films, and porn king John Goldman is only too happy to exploit her looks and innocence - turning her into the biggest, X-rated contract star in years.
Mark (a journalist from Xice Magazine) is sent to do a premier article on Steve and John (co-creators of XBus & owners of Bang-on Entertainment). They decide to take Mark on a ride that, unbeknownst to them, turns into a vicious nightmare. Caught in a revenge plot that's been brewing for years, Mark tries to escape with his life as our mysterious Beth reigns down punishment for Steve and John's past dirty deeds. What is a "just" consequence for a couple of scum-bag's?... And how far will one go to get even?
The Bottom Line is a comedy film about a porn filmmaker who faces numerous challenges in making a successful movie. From script rewrites to auditions and villa mishaps, the filmmaker's journey is filled with humorous moments and unexpected obstacles. Set in the picturesque location of Saint-Tropez, the film explores themes of adultery, ambition, and the lengths one would go to for success. With a noodle factory, a broom, and a barefoot woman running in the mix, chaos ensues as the filmmaker tries to navigate through the unpredictable world of porn production.
The porn industry creates endless images and videos that are consumed by billions worldwide, yet surprisingly little is known about how this culture-shaping content is made - or at what cost. Beyond Fantasy is a series that takes viewers straight into the belly of the beast and brings them face to face with some of the biggest porn producers and performers as they describe, in their own words, an industry that profits from abuse, coercion, and ethical violation.
Baadasssss! is a biographical drama that tells the story of Melvin Van Peebles, a film director who overcomes many obstacles to complete his pioneering blaxploitation film, Sweet Sweetback's Baadasssss Song, and achieves success against all odds.
A portrait of HPG, actor, director, and producer of pornographic films, entirely conceived from the thousands of hours of making-of recorded during his film shoots. More than a simple archive of the behind the scenes of an X-rated film, this documentary questions pornography and the passion for reality that characterizes it.
Webdreams is a Gemini Award-nominated Canadian TV show produced by Showcase. It airs on Showcase and IFC.
A week-long glimpse into the wretched existence of Ripa, a long-haired, hard-drinking lug. He is also a filmmaker-wannabee, whose last two projects were condemned for their sex and violence. A Parasite Deluxe, who barely recalls his previous night, Ripa cruises the bars and meets bank-teller Tiina.