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Shooting Porn
Director Ronnie Larsen interviews some of the most popular people working in porn, focusing closely on two of the industry's top directors: Gino Colbert and Chi Chi LaRue. Larsen follows Colbert and LaRue on video shoots and to porn events and functions (including the AVN Awards). Various performers are given identities as well, including Bryan Kidd, Rip Stone (a gay-for-pay model), Jordan Young, Hunter Scott (who demonstrates the proper way to give yourself an enema), and Blue Blake. While the performers are given voices, writers Mickey Skee and David Widmer are given faces and provide fascinating exposition (including how much the boys are paid), spilling some industry "secrets."
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Plot Summary
This documentary offers an inside look into the world of adult film production, specifically focusing on the operations and philosophies of Vivid Entertainment and its founder, John Stagliano. It explores the creative process, the business aspects, and the personalities involved in making adult movies during the mid-1990s.
Critical Reception
As a documentary exploring a controversial industry, 'Shooting Porn' received mixed to positive reviews, primarily for its candid and non-judgmental approach to the subject matter. Critics often noted its insightful portrayal of the business and the people behind the scenes, though some found the subject matter itself challenging.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its behind-the-scenes access to the adult film industry.
Noted for its detailed examination of Vivid Entertainment's production methods.
Acknowledged for presenting a more humanistic view of those involved in adult filmmaking.
Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce for this niche documentary, but generally appreciate its unfiltered look into the adult film industry and the insights it provides into the business and its key figures.
Fun Fact
The film was notable for being one of the few documentaries to gain significant attention for its deep dive into the business and creative aspects of mainstream adult film production in the 90s.
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