I've seen a few of the newer ones the past few years. Some have been great, some just ok, and some not worth mentioning. Really no different from any other genre from an entertainment standpoint far as I'm concerned. As long as directors wants to make them, performers want to be in them, and fans are willing to buy them, I see no reason they shouldn't exist. My criteria for buying films, no matter the genre, has never changed over the years. I go where the hot chicks are. So if the right ones are in a parody, I'm gonna buy it. And parodies tend to have good diversity and great cast interaction, two things I believe most other genres tend to lack or outright ignor. And the cast generally looks like they are all having fun, which I don't see that often in other genres. So I actually love the idea of them, just not always the execution.
^ +1 I often - actually, always - watch porn for more than the sex. Apparently lots of people do, because Just Tease doesn't have a single moment of penetration and seems to be popular. Furthermore, low budget exploitation films (without sex) have had a huge following for decades. I love it! And I'm not ashamed to say it. Give me scummy low budget any day, sex or no sex. But more often than not, sex...
For me the biggest reason most of the porn parodies fall flat is because they're trying too hard to mimic the type of stories the real shows do then clumsily jump into the sex. If the stories were written with an actual sexual context to keep things hot and interesting to better lead into the sex scenes those movies would be much better. Instead the viewer has to sit through the players doing often times weak impersonations and a dull plot all for the sake of trying to look like the show they're parodying instead of putting more emphasis on doing a hot and sexy story that supports the sex scenes.
When I see they have made a porn parody of WKRP in Cincinnati, sorry but that's just sad. But if someone else is buying them, who am I to say anything? It's at least making porn a topic of conversation again.
New Sensations is the company making the best parodies by far but even I have to put my foot down at WKRP, which is, in my opinion, sacred and untouchable; the best sitcom ever. "Oh my God they're turkeys!!!"
It would seem like it would make total sense for the performer to try and stay in character but from what little I've seen they make no effort to try. These movies don't work on several levels. The stories are often dull and offer no titallation. The stories/plots don't flow into or support the sex scenes. When the sex happens it's often generic and other than the bad wigs is no different than the sex in a typical porn flick. With some shows I can understand why it would be harder to pull off but in a lot of those shows it shouldn't take much efort at all to make them hot.I checked out the WKRP parody because I thought it would be a home run because there's so much to play off of. Loni Anderson was so sexy on that show and a lot of time was devoted to guys reacting to how good she looked (expecially Herb). Les was portrayed as awkward around women. Bailey was the girl many people thought was even sexier than Jennier (Loni) and she was always played as eager to try and please. Venus was the cool black guy who was a playa. Momma Carlson was the cold but somewhat attractive mother of Auther Carlson. The Andy character was protrayed as a bit of a stud. Plenty of stuff to work off of yet the WKRP parody came off as flat and dull to me because most of the effort seemed to go into getting the sets and performers to look right and very little on story and performances.
^ I think mainstream porn is afraid to take risks with the sex. I long for a return to the format of ye olde days where a virgin would fuck like a virgin. Instead, these days, the virgin is immediately well-versed in throat fucking.
Yeah, you're right but these are parodies. The whole idea should be to give the illusion that this is what it would be like if Mrs Brady, Ginger, Mary Ann, or Kelly Bundy or whoever were having sex. It's completely possible to do a good sex scene and stay in character. It would serve the movie better, help the illusion, and offer something different instead of the same type of sex from players we've seen plenty of times before. If people are buying and enjoying the parodies that's great but I think if a little more effort and thought in the right places with these movies were put forth they'd be so much better.
I love funny porn. I strongly *dislike* porn that attempts to be overly serious, dark, or such... I'd love to see more porn that attempts to be humorous. Sex is fun. I like to see people being funny/having fun/enjoying themselves. I'd much rather watch a parody movie where the actors can barely take themselves seriously and it was obviously fun for them to shoot it... than some emo-saurus overly dramatic gothy PVC fest that plays out like a bad high school drama where all the depressed kids can't bring themselves to enjoy it. The parody movies *might* be dumb as hell, but if they're painful to watch it's at least in a funny way and not a "Jesus, could this get any more god damn melodramatic?" way.
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Posted - Jan 22 2010 : 6:23PM
On this note I believe that the X Files parody managed to maintain its artistic integrity while having the show's main cast of characters perform extended sex scenes which were pretty hot. They did not come across as empty filler sex but rather as complemetary to the plot overall; you could actually believe that those characters would behave and interact like that on a given day. I just hope that other producers will have the professionalism to make porn parodies with the same high standards; Sex Files should be the artistic standard for porn parodies from here on! Now if only Digital Sin would make a parody of the Blindside starring Rayveness or Druuna in Sandra Bullocks' Oscar-nominated portryal of Leanne Touhy. Tori Black could be cast as her smoking hot prep school daughter Collins Touhy !! Imagine the possibilites for such an IR parody of 2009's sleeper smash!!! Who has the vision to make such a parody, with high school football games and college recruiting visits; all the sex scenes which could plausibly be portrayed amongst the cast of characters from last fall's blockbuster.
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Posted - Jan 23 2010 : 1:39PM
I just wanted to reply. I shoot parodies for several different reasons. 1. They sell 2. This is the type of porn that I grew up on, therefore am nostalgic towards it. And I believe that it's what people like me like. 3. There are a lot of people that have never bought porn before, maybe the girlfriend/wife/boyfriend won't allow it, or they haven't been brave enough, and these are the icebreakers. 4. There are a lot of people that buy novelty items, and they aren't necessarily regular porn consumers I agree that there are a lot of parodies coming out right now, and some are decent and some are crappy. But, it is a genre, and to put it into perspective, a few years back, there was this thing called "MILF Movies" that was hot (read=sarcastically). Everybody and their...mother seemed to be putting these out. The market was flooded with old ladies and so, consumers started to get pickier, and companies stopped producing so many (sort of). Also, for those that don't know; studios and networks can get litigious if you aren't clear that a parody is a parody; hence the boring titles. Anyways, with that said. I appreciate the kind words from some for X-Files appreciation and some of the other work we do at New Sensations/Digital Sin. And if you don't like my stuff, sorry that it has clearly ruined the entire business and your daily lives. Final thought - WKRP was one of my favorite shows growing up. It was filled with sexual innuendo, cleavage, and tight clothing. I paid tribute to it and made it that much easier for fans to fantasize about what it would have been like for Herb to finally get it on with Jennifer. And as a fan of the show, I am proud of my fan-fiction. Is it possible that some of you criticizing it haven't seen it yet? If you have and didn't like it, Cool. I know that my movies aren't for everyone. But if that's the case, then maybe (blatant plug coming up)I'll recommend that check out some of New Sensations other parodies, like The Office 2: A XXX Parody, Who's The Boss - A XXX Parody, Cheers - A XXX Parody, and coming soon The Big Bang Theory - A XXX Parody, Tru Blood - a XXX Parody, The Big Lebowski - a XXX Parody, and Reno 911 - A XXX Parody, instead. Word, Lee Roy
I'm one of the few that doesn't think there's too many parodies even though I'm not really a fan. There's tons of product coming out every month and the parody stuff is such a small drop in the bucket comparatively. It gets lots of attention because it's popular but there really isn't that much of it out there when compared to what's coming out in porn. At the most there's maybe 3 or so a month. Compare that with tons of MILF, Anal, Big Butt, Big Tit titles that comeout every month. No one's being shortchanged because parodies exist. This is one of the many cases of people not liking something popular and want it to go away because they aren't into it.
Since I was a bit hard on your WKRP I'd like to point out that of all the parodies that came out that the WKRP and 30 ROCK were the only ones I've seen. From a production standpoint I thought they were pretty good especially considering the fact that you probably had a limited budget to work with (compared to Hollywood standards). I'm first to admit I'm much more of a Gonzo/wall to wall type of guy, so I'm a harder sell. As I've pointed out too many times here already I just think the story needs to support the sex scenes a bit more. Easier said than done and perhaps not what you're actually going for. I'm not the target audience for this type of thing even though I like the idea of them so I'm probably a harder sell. However, you seem to be doing some of the better parodies out there and they seem to be doing pretty well for you and the company so I have to figure you know what you're doing. So good luck and keep on doing it until it not worth doing anymore. Edited by - draxxx on 1/24/2010 8:31:51 AM
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Posted - Jan 23 2010 : 5:00PM
Mike: No worries. But now that you guys at ZT are starting to parody it, as soon as you shoot the XXX parody of Blossom I will be all over it like a cheap suit. Anyways, that said, can you believe that somebody shot a TMZ parody? Draxxx: Like I said, my stuff ain't for everybody. And I'm good with that. It's all part of a hot genre right now. But, I appreciate the compliments in there. The team works hard to make it look, sound, and feel like the show (if the show was on V).
I say anything that at least tries to tell a story is alright by me...at least give me a reason why these people are fucking. Some of these are pretty good. Thanks for the heads up on the WKRP one -- have to check it out. Not knowing but I assume Ashlynn Brooke is Jennifer...seems logical and she seems to appear in a lot of these.
You beat me to it. My friend Nate Liquor observed that the rise in porn parodies may be directly attributed to Anthony Rosano actually being able to act, and also play any character you throw at him. The guy is amazing.
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Posted - Jan 24 2010 : 4:56AM
Regarding Anthony Rosano, you're all right, dude can actually act. He is quite good in the Sex Files and stands out in the sketches in William H's Busty Cops.
I agree with all of your points... However I hope this nostalgic thing, selling thing, icebreaking thing and novelty thing will be over soon. I broke the pornice with my wife a long time ago so we don't need parodies anymore.
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Posted - Jan 24 2010 : 11:15PM
Sorry, Bud. Doesn't look like it's clearing up anytime soon by my numbers. Better start learning how to use the Kleenex for your tears.
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Posted - Jan 26 2010 : 3:13PM
Lee Roy, I hav never seen "The Big Lebowski" but I heard it was funny, something about a young Tara Reid and a thousand dollars lol. Would a parody of American Pie be timely now ten years later, or would the very premise be redundant? If the right company got behind it I think it would connect very well with the 21-35 demographic. Also I have to ask your opinion, Lee Roy of my suggestion for a parody of "The Blindside"; given all the attention it has received from the mainstream media like the ABC network special last month, as well as all the NFL and Southeastern Conferance coverage of the Touhy/Micheal Oher story over the last 3-5 months . . . does such a parody have potential if produced properly? Thanks Young Herschel
Glad to see that most of the folks out there enjoy porn parodies and want them to continue. I, for one, appreciate any attempt at originality in ALL fields of endeavor and find quite a few of these "spoofs" very refreshing and entertaining---beating the HELL out of the old "inNout sexual OVERKILL which permeates throughout gonzo-- so "kudos to you" who are putting out this porn genre, and "keep em Cumming!" btw, any chance of a parody on the very popular "Pretender" series, featuring that SMOKING hot Ms Parker female character role?? Put a dark wig on Julia Ann, and you've got a "sure fire" (pun intended) SMOKING, both figuratively and certainly (to fit the role) literally, adult production winner. And if you can't get Julia Ann, Tory Lane or Lisa Ann's sultry sluttiness would be "just fine" with me,the point being, PLEASE make the damn thing, SOMEBODY, and for the "Jerod" character, who else but Ethan Stone??
Wow there really seems to be a lot of you out there that 'hate' porn parodies and want to see them go away and die some horrific death. Don't worry they will one day die just like everything else that gets ground into the dirt. My message for those that hate them is simple. Don't buy them and then please go pass out behind a dumpster but make sure you get a few more rants against the porn parody machine posted before you become redundant by hating something that is intended to be light and fun. It's OK to laugh people in between cum shots. I personally love porn parodies because they are fun to make, difficult to make well, and they are not your normal 5 scene let's fuck movie. There are plenty of those types of movies out there yet and I don't see you complaining about the same five guys fucking the same five girls which in my world gets boring. Now I will agree that our industry is going way overboard and pretty much spoofing anything. That to me ruins the fun so my message for those producers and directors that don't put the effort in and are just cashing in on the good name that has been put forth by a few other producers and directors- go fuck yourself. I watch just about all of them and man there are some super shitty ones out there so beware but remember if it says X-Play you will get a high quality award-winning movie. I can say the same thing for Lee Roy and Axel and a few others but beyond that you are rolling the dice. I hope I get proved wrong in the near future. I just got Not Really Dukes of Hazzard in the mail so I look forward to seeing my friend Anton Slayer's latest effort. He did a good job with the Munsters so this should be fun. Our next project is Not Charlie's Angels XXX and you are going to love it but I know a bunch of you will hate it before it even comes out. Ironically, Not the Cosbys XXX 2 is off to a far better sales start than Not the Cosbys XXX. Go figure. www.sitcums.com is where you can see our X-Play movie trailers. Now go ahead and rant!
i think parodies of specific titles are overdue for burial. the legally safe but stupid and boring titles might as well say "this is a waste of money, but buy me anyway, dipshit." there is potential for greater parody of broad genres, such as westerns (with Clit and Cunt Beastwood).
Clip Well, we just shipped a boat load of these so I guess I have to eat a little crow here and it was actually fun to shoot HOWEVER, I would still prefer a world where people with original concepts make quality porn instead of searching for the next show to knock-off. Mullen will surely check back on this post in a few days and plug his Flight Attendants movie.
Yeah, I'm not gonna read this whole fuckin' thread... But let me say THIS! The porn parody is a goddamn institution! A cultural touchstone, if you will. Who among us is not enveloped in the warm glow of nostalgia at the mere mention of Edward Penishands... Sperms Of Endearment... or Add Momma To The Train??? Have we really grown so jaded and cynical? But seriously, stop all this fuckin' "Not The -" and "This Ain't The -" crap. You knuckleheads at LFP gotta come up with some new ideas before you run outta sitcoms. And I do NOT wanna see "This Ain't Blansky's Beauties XXX"!!! NO! NO I DO NOT SIR!
And remember kids... stay in school! Edited by - william hyde on 2/19/2010 5:13:54 AM
various aspects of porn are ripe for parody, such as stopping a great fucking so the guy can stroke himself for five minutes and finally shoot a few drops on her face. implants and tattoos. fishnets. wearing heels in bed. etc. etc. etc.