Aroused (2013)
February 20, 2013Release Date

Plot.
Where to Watch.

Currently Aroused is available for streaming online, rent, buy or watch for free on: Apple TV
Streaming in:🇬🇧 United Kingdom
Cast & Crew.

Lisa Ann
Herself

Kayden Kross
Herself

Belladonna
Herself

Céline Tran
Herself

Teagan Presley
Herself

Ash Hollywood
Herself

Misty Stone
Herself

Tanya Tate
Herself

Asphyxia Noir
Herself

Jesse Jane
Herself

Francesca Le
Herself

Lexi Belle
Herself

April O'Neil
Herself

Brooklyn Lee
Herself

Allie Haze
Herself

Alexis Texas
Herself

Christopher Gallo
Director of Photography / Producer

Deborah Anderson
Director / Producer

David Schenk
Editor

Marcia Hamilton
Hairstylist

Mike Moz
Producer

Damion Anderson
Music

Andrew Drapkin
Color Timer

Trina Venit
Executive Producer

Ryan Garner
Sound Editor
Media.

Details.
Release DateFebruary 20, 2013
StatusReleased
Running Time1h 13m
Content RatingNR
Genres
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This Movie Is About.
Wiki.
Aroused is a 2013 feature-length documentary film directed by the photographer Deborah Anderson, in her directorial debut. It focuses on the lives and careers of 16 pornographic actresses. The film's structure includes interviews with the women both during makeup and during a subsequent photo shoot for Anderson's coffee table book of the same name as the documentary. Quotes are presented in title cards throughout the film on the topic from women including Erica Jong, Marlene Dietrich, and Gloria Leonard. The actresses interviewed describe their early upbringing, entry into sexual activity, and motivations for entering the adult film industry. A female talent agent within the industry, Fran Amidor, provides a counterpoint to the interviews. Several of the actresses recount facing stigma and discrimination due to their career choice. Katsuni reflects on the impact of entering the industry, and criticizes society's "judgment of morality".
Anderson was inspired to work on Aroused, after previously photographing an adult industry actress for a magazine shoot. She wanted to draw attention to a double standard in society regarding consumption of pornography while simultaneously stigmatizing the actresses that perform in the adult industry. She stated her attempt was to humanize and provide dignity to the actresses. Anderson cast the actresses in the film in order to showcase, "the most successful women in the adult film industry". Filming took place in Hollywood Hills, California; the film was shot in black and white, color, and muted color tones. The film premiered on May 1, 2013, at Nuart Theatre of the Landmark Theatres chain in Los Angeles. The film was released on iTunes and Amazon, followed by a DVD in June 2013.
Aroused received mixed to negative reviews. The film was compared by the Chicago Tribune to the documentary After Porn Ends with a more optimistic feel to it. Screen Daily and BroadwayWorld commented favorably on the vulnerability of the subjects. Film critics compared the documentary's style to Michael Moore, Annie Leibovitz and the film Naked Ambition: An R Rated Look at an X Rated Industry. A review of the film in the Los Angeles Times was critical, writing that it was only recommended for fans of Alexis Texas, Katsuni and Misty Stone. The Village Voice found the subject more appropriate for a photography book. The Hollywood Reporter and The Washington Post criticized Aroused for its lack of depth. The New York Times compared the film's cinematic style to an advertisement for Victoria's Secret. The New York Daily News criticized Anderson for self-promotion.
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