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| Melvyn Senior Member 2797 Posts 12/12 | |
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| however Senior Member Your boyfriend doesn't know about me and your mother 2134 Posts 6/09 | |
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| Dat_1_Dude Senior Member 1779 Posts 1/15 | Quality Consistency Frequency Thats what I look for most of the time and these other sites cant expect to have a fighting chance if they are slacking in 2 or all 3 of these areas imo |
| Melvyn Senior Member 2797 Posts 12/12 | I want to keep the focus here on DarkX. I definitely believe the quality is top notch and the consistency is definitely there. They have consistently got top-tier female and male talent and none of the scenes I've seen so far were lacking in my book. As for frequency, yes there are a couple other sites with higher frequency, but IMO the quality tradeoff is definitely in DarkX's favor. Just my personal 2 cents worth, but I would rather have 1 dope weekly update, than 2 semi-decent updates per week. I think only Dogfart updates that much anyway, but I better leave that alone before I vent out my frustrations with Billy Watson. I almost loathe their product and it makes me want to sock Billy in the fucking mouth. Seriously every time I see a poorly lit circus act he's shooting over there makes me want to get violent and strangle him shouting "WHY DON'T YOU UNDERSTAND HOW LIGHT AND SHADOWS WORK? YOU'VE BEEN DOING THIS FOR 15 FUCKING YEARS!" I really want to slap him around and choke his doughboy ass out. Just kidding.... but not really... I digress... So yeah, Dogfart updates the most out of all the IR sites, but it's really just fast food they deliver. A revolving door of hit or miss guests... eh... Blacked is interesting, and I applaud their effort but I think theirs is a craft I more admire than enjoy. For all the thought they put into lighting and photography, the very minimalist camera movement is kind of a sedative. I think the novelty is wearing off a bit. That's why I love DarkX's blend of narrative and gonzo. I love Mason's camera work. It's truly the best of both worlds. There's creative narrative angles, like the overhead shot of AJ Applegate as she's walking up the stairs in the intro to her upcoming scene. Even though it was brief, shots like this lend a great impact toward the overall effect that transcends the framework of run of the mill porn. And then Mason changes gears with in-your-face cinema verite gonzo. I wouldn't change anything about the course they are on. Only nag remaining offers the reliable refrain: MORE! |
| Dick_Biggins Deactivated User 64 Posts 5/16 | Blacked brought a certain level of class, and quality to IR production, but their casting doesn't interest me as a black man and it doesn't matter how good the food is if I don't enjoy the menu. I have to admit, I'm not overly familiar with Hard X. Historically, I do like Mason, but for me IR is most exciting when it's new. Shooting the same talent again and again gets boring. God Bless IR Porn! |
| Melvyn Senior Member 2797 Posts 12/12 | |
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| Melvyn Senior Member 2797 Posts 12/12 | So like I said, there is a fair amount of overlap, and I think if you did a venn diagram of the body types for these respective brands, it would reveal about a 80-90% match at least. The difference is not as dramatic as we discerning and very analytical types of fans here on the ADT forums may sometimes make it out to be, and I personally will own up to highlighting the distinction with a magnifying glass sometimes. In this particular case, I did bring up the distinction. So that's on me. However, a more interesting aspect is, apart from the subtle casting differences, I think what helps the models stand out for DarkX, in my eyes, is the way Mason shoots them, often accentuating their curves and booties, and exemplary strip-tease skills. I try not to speak for the next brotha, much less a whole demographic, but lord help me, the babes Mason picks and the way she shoots them is pure kryptonite to me. Look, the girls on Blacked are gorgeous and glamorous also. It makes for fancy photography, which TBH, I think may be my favorite part of their brand - the stills. That's not a jab, it's a genuine compliment about their unique style. But I just love the way the teases in Mason's gonzo work just set the whole place on fire. The way the girls pose for her. We don't see twerking like that on Blacked. Again, this just underscores why I love what DarkX provides, and I believe Mason brings the best out in the models from the tease, throughout the hardcore performance, and into the post-game interviews. I sometimes wonder if the fact of Mason's being a female directing things contributes to that, like maybe she can connect with them better. Is it some sort of telepathic female wavelength she taps into? Are there biological cues the estrogen deficient male directors by contrast are simply blind to? Whatever the case may be, I hope DarkX keeps it up. This is the site to beat and the one whose updates are most exciting me right now. Edited by - Melvyn on 5/8/2016 11:35:57 AM |
| blkknight1 Member 707 Posts 10/09 | I think where DarkX has an edge is in diversity. I will admit I am a guy that prefers a slimmer girl (yes I am black) and it seems that Blacked does tend to have girls that fit that body type more often than not. But saying that it does not mean I can appreciate all different body types. Dark X seems to deliver better on the diversity of women's body types as well as looks. Just looking at the past 3 updates, sultry Asian beauty in Morgan Lee, blonde bombshell in Kagney, and the athletic brunette in Cassidy. All three very different from one another and all three equally stimulating. |
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| blkknight1 Member 707 Posts 10/09 | Quincy Jones Russell Simmons The Weeknd Kerry Rhodes Jordan Clarkson Gary Clark Jr DJ Ruckus Evander Kane Larry English Tikki Barber Seal David Oyelowo Alfonso Ribeiro Jaden Smith Ameer Abdullah Daymond John Eddie Murphy Chiwetel Ejiofor Jrue Holiday John Obi Mikel Lewis Hamilton Big Sean Tupac I could keep going if you would like. |
| Dick_Biggins Deactivated User 64 Posts 5/16 | Edited by - killbillvol69 on 5/8/2016 11:38:22 PM |
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| zambi Senior Member 1451 Posts 3/10 | Differences between gonzo pornography and conventional pornography Gonzo porn films are one of two broad types of contemporary pornographic film, and they can be contrasted with the other type, which is called the "feature" film.[2] Gonzo films tend to focus far less on the plots, dialogue, acting, characterization, elaborate costumes and sets, and artistic camerawork commonly found in conventional pornographic films.[2] According to an unnamed executive at a studio specializing in feature films, "We don't just show you people fucking; we show you why they're fucking."[2] Feature films are often aimed at the couples market, whereas gonzo pornography is usually not.[2] Gonzo porn is always classified as hardcore pornography, whereas some features could be classified as softcore pornography, especially if they are released in softer, edited versions for distribution to hotel pay-per-view services.[2] Some gonzo porn directors like John Stagliano argue that there is a story being told in his movies, and that it is a mistake to assume that gonzo pornography inherently lacks a plot.[3] Due to the explosive growth in its popularity since the mid-1990s, gonzo porn has attained mainstream popularity, lowering the cost of entry into the market for producers, and making it easier for amateur performers to become famous. Several individually distinct styles of no-frills, filmed pornography can be labeled gonzo porn.[1] Today, several companies produce gonzo porn that have excellent lighting, sound quality and (temporary) lingerie costuming. One trait that all gonzo films share, though, is a much greater emphasis on intense sexual performances, and modern gonzo porn is evolving to include more hardcore sex acts than either traditional or amateur pornography.[1] Regardless of camera techniques or the degree of director involvement in the scenes, a gonzo film has "more sex", per se, than a traditional (e.g. Vivid or Adam & Eve) adult video.[citation needed] Gonzo scenes tend to run longer; it is common for a single boy-girl scene to run anywhere from fifteen to thirty minutes in length. In 2008, porn star Mika Tan commented that the average gonzo DVD cost around 16,000USD to produce. Edited by - zambi on 5/12/2016 3:51:19 PM |
| Mister Fahrenheit All-Star Member Meh 4655 Posts 10/13 | |
| Melvyn Senior Member 2797 Posts 12/12 | I prefer the simplest definition. For me, gonzo means lack of pretense. And to Mr. F's point, he's right that, if we had to assume strictly based on the camera work, a mounted shot is likelier to be a feature/narrative style, while a handheld is likelier to be gonzo. It doesn't mean either method precludes it from being in either category though. But enough of semantics. Let's focus on what's hot and happening. I noticed DarkX's home video titles have consistently been best sellers. On one recent chart, DarkX and HardX held the #1 and 2 best selling DVD's for an impressive duration, and I think the latest of their DarkX releases has been their best selling DarkX video to date - the one with Abella Danger and Lex on the cover. Things seem to be rolling on the up and up for them. HardXJ recently tweeted something about a promotion. So that can only mean success. I've been trying to reach out to HardXJ but he's not been responsive. Too busy I guess. J if you're reading this, what's good my man? Don't be too scared to press the flesh with us lowly pedestrian plebs. lol |
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| Dat_1_Dude Senior Member 1779 Posts 1/15 | I think the main thing I like is the variety of the MALE cast. You are not pigeonholed with just a select group of people, everyone gets their time to shine. As for the females, I enjoy the mix of veterans and youngsters; I like both so I appreciate when sites mix in both and dont get sidetracked with just one group. Have you ever thought of shooting tease scenes at night or at dusk and use some different lighting effects like the "airport runway" or have performers on camera with the illuminated city skyline in the backdrop before eventually coming inside? As much as I love 1-on-1's, still waiting for the group scenes to pop up: 2-on-1's and 2-on-2's. I tend to prefer the G/G buildup before the arrival of the male talent and the Club 59 catalog speaks for itself. Moreover, in terms of talent, are we ever going to get white girls paired up with other ethnicities? Or how about some of the fairer skin girls like Nicole Bexley, Teanna Trump, and Cassidy Banks? I figure people are gonna go crazy requesting teens so I'm gonna go with the veterans and MILFs: Ariella Ferrera, Jasmine Jae, Veronica Avluv(again), Julia Ann(again), Nina Elle, Nikki Benz, Kristina Rose, Eva Angelina, Sarah Vandella, Kleio Valentien, Monique Alexander, Peta Jensen, Romi Rain, Katrina Jade, Isis Love, Dani Daniels, Chanel Preston, Phoenix Marie, Brooklyn Chase, Juelz Ventura, Riley Reid(again) and Megan Rain, Keisha Grey, Jillian Janson, and Karlee Grey again More ethnic girls please: London Keyes, Reena Sky, Havana Ginger, Gina Valentina, Veronica Rodriguez, Vicki Chase, Luna Star, Abby Lee Brazil, Valerie Kay, Aleska Nicole, Nadia Jay, Adrian Maya, Priya Price, Kalina Ryu, Mia Li, Jayden Lee, Marica Hase, Saya Song, Mia Lelani, Miko Dai, Mena Li, Jessica Bangkok |
| turwin01 Member 759 Posts 1/15 |
Take Prince Yashua shopping for some new clothes lmao More black and minority women on the site paired with black men Cassidy Banks, Kimberly Chi, Abby Lee Brazil, Jezabel Vessir, Nicole Bexley, Anya Ivy, Sarah Banks. Take some road trips to places like Columbia, Brazil, Canada, Jamaica, Spain, Mexico. Edited by - turwin01 on 5/14/2016 10:47:13 PM |
| pornboy69 Deactivated User 3855 Posts 9/13 |
Misses Samantha Saint, London Keyes & Lexi Lowe , if they're available: first IR gangbangs. Only this... Thank you so pretty much, Mason! Edited by - pornboy69 on 5/14/2016 8:41:32 PM |
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What I don't like? Too much Prince. |
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| Melvyn Senior Member 2797 Posts 12/12 | https://twitter.com/lealexisxxx?lang=en Think she's only worked a couple times with HardX, but damn she would be great on DarkX. Get her winding up in one of them Cirque du Soleil sex swings, you know the drapey kind. Then have Rico Strong come in and manhandle dat pussycat! She's not done a 1 on 1 with him before, only orgy scenes. With her gymnast background, she's real adept with swings. ![]() |
| Melvyn Senior Member 2797 Posts 12/12 | TBH, the exclusive finds that DarkX has landed impress me so much already, e.g. Karlee Grey, Sara Luvv, Sovereign, Liza Rowe, Harley Jade, etc, I don't know who's new to suggest to keep up with them. I just hope they keep it up bc I think DarkX's casting is the most attuned to my own taste of any site. Pound for pound, the best around. Maybe a 3-way in store? BGG?
Edited by - Melvyn on 5/15/2016 12:17:42 PM |
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