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Risky Business: A Look Inside America's Adult Film Industry 2013

Recommended

Distributed by Shorts and Sandals Entertainment
Produced by David Mech
Directed by David Mech
DVD , color, 102 min.



General Adult
AIDS/HIV, Occupations, Pornography, Sexuality, Documentaries, Women's Health

Date Entered: 03/02/2017

Reviewed by Brad Eden, Ph.D., Dean of Library Services, Valparaiso University

This intriguing video examines the adult film industry, mainly centered around southern California. It delves into the psychological, social, and economic impacts of those who perform and participate in this industry, especially women. What is unique is that the film interviews a number of these women as well as men, asking them questions about how they got into the adult film business, what keeps them in it, what other career options do they have both within and outside of the industry, along with long-term financial consequences. Current and proposed regulations on this industry are also discussed, including mandatory STD testing, job discrimination, workplace health and safety, and condom use. While I recommend this film for adult viewing, there might be occasions where viewing by young adults in specialized classes would be appropriate.