In 1972, Alfred Sole, a first time filmmaker, made an X-rated film.

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The wild tale of sexploitation films, a serial killer, go-go dancing, sexual assault, nude modeling, Sam Fuller.

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Kelly Nichols talks about her two careers in the adult film industry: as an acting star, and then as a film makeup artist.

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George McDonald, perhaps the first male star of the adult film industry, died yesterday in California. He was 70 years old. We remember him.

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John Stagliano, godfather of the gonzo genre, talks about his eventful life and career - including Buttman, Evil Angel and more.

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Candy Samples, who enjoyed a long career as a hugely popular model in men's magazines and adult films, passed away this week.

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Mike Horner shares how he went from being a shy Catholic boy from suburbia to becoming one of adult film's most prolific performers.

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Christy Canyon talks about her life as a pioneering performer at start of the video age of adult films.

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Paul Thomas talks about the later part of his life and career as he moves behind the camera.

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Paul Thomas talks about the early part of his life and adult film career in a rare interview.

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