Trans Allegories in Film: 'Shrek' (2001)
Films can alleviate alienation by presenting realities where the viewers feelings are shared by onscreen characters. The film 'Shrek' can be interpreted as a transgender story.
X Marks the Spot (2005)
Ever wanted to know the real dirt about the porn industry? "X Marks the Spot", from director Chi Chi LaRue, is a behind-the-scenes vignette tape where the actors and actresses discuss the adult business. From a pair of strippers in an arcade to a woman who does private Polaroid's and picture shows. From phone sex operators to a street walker. And from two performers on an adult set that reveal that all of the work isn't all acting. Beautiful Vivid girl Malezia receives her first on screen facial. Now THAT really is doing your research behind-the-scenes!
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Ever wanted to know the real dirt about the porn industry? "X Marks the Spot", from director Chi Chi LaRue, is a behind-the-scenes vignette tape where the actors and actresses discuss the adult business. From a pair of strippers in an arcade to a woman who does private Polaroid's and picture shows. From phone sex operators to a street walker. And from two performers on an adult set that reveal that all of the work isn't all acting. Beautiful Vivid girl Malezia receives her first on screen facial. Now THAT really is doing your research behind-the-scenes!
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