A retired porn star agrees to participate in an art film, only to find himself drawn into a world of sadistic violence and sexual torture. As he descends deeper into darkness, he must confront the evil within himself and make unthinkable choices.
Celebrity Sex Tape is a raunchy comedy about a group of friends who discover the existence of a celebrity sex tape and go on a hilarious and outrageous journey to obtain it. The movie explores themes of friendship, internet culture, and the absurdity of the porn industry, all while providing plenty of laughs along the way.
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'.
Hot Girls Wanted: Turned On is a documentary TV show that delves into the world of the adult film industry, focusing on the experiences and stories of those involved. It explores the themes of vanity, attention-seeking, and the price of fame. The show also delves into issues such as sexual freedom, abuse, and the impact of internet fame. Through interviews and personal narratives, it examines the choices and challenges faced by individuals in the adult film industry and their pursuit of fame.
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.
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.
Documentary filmmaker Kenjiro Fujii takes a look at the history of a distinctly Japanese brand of softcore pornography in this extensive examination of the "pinku eiga" genre (ピンク映画 Pinku eiga or Pinkeiga). For more than 40 years, so-called "pink" films have served as both a key source of revenue for the Japanese film industry as well as a launching pad for the careers of such mainstream filmmakers as Kiyoshi Kurosawa. After providing a detailed history of the still-profitable and popular genre through interviews with a variety of behind-the-scenes players and clips from such classic pink films as Fish Bait Boobies, director Fujii shifts his focus to the production of an upcoming pink film to offer a glimpse into the creative and stylistic evolution of the genre.
Webdreams is a Gemini Award-nominated Canadian TV show produced by Showcase. It airs on Showcase and IFC.
Louis Theroux delves into the controversial and often misunderstood world of pornography, interviewing former adult film stars, directors, and industry professionals. He explores the impact of the industry on the lives of those involved, the challenges faced by individuals trying to leave the industry, and the societal attitudes towards pornography.
Wanting to provide for her daughter, a 25 year old mother travels from her UK home of Canvey Island to get into porn in America having done some UK videos. The documentary follows her journey further into the business and watches as she comes under a variety of influences.
A deep dive into the world of sadomasochism and alternative sexual practices. The film explores the freedom of choice and challenges societal norms.
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.
The Auteur is a hilarious spoof of the adult film industry and the making of a cult movie. The film follows a down-and-out filmmaker who decides to make a comeback by creating a controversial movie. Along the way, he faces challenges and obstacles, including an open marriage, truck accidents, and unexpected interviews.
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.
Paid 50 dollars for their time, 101 male prostitutes -- spanning all ages, ethnicities, and personal backgrounds -- are questioned by the filmmakers about their lives.
Princess is a dark animated film that follows the story of a young girl named Princess who seeks revenge for her mother's murder. She navigates through a world filled with grief, guilt, and surrealism, as she confronts the dark forces responsible for her loss. The film tackles social issues such as child abuse and the pornography industry, making it a thought-provoking and intense experience.
Claire Reynolds is an aspiring young reporter working on a story that could be her big break: Justin Deville, a millionaire businessman rumored to be involved in prostitution and an underground S&M club, has been connected with the disappearance of a fashion model. Just how far will Claire be willing to go to get to the bottom of the story, and how will she deal with what she learns about Justin and herself?
A porn film director convinces his producer to make a romantic film, but the cast is grappling with tensions in their private lives.
A group of misfit shopping cart attendants deal with another day at their dead end jobs.
This special issue of the tv show "The London Programme" on network London Weekend Television (LWT) takes a look at the British porn industry, just as hardcore sex films were about to become legal.