Susie Bright's Erotic Screen

In this engaging first volume of The Erotic Screen, Susie Bright explores the rich history of erotic cinema from 1967 to 1989, delving into the impact of 35mm hardcore films and the subsequent “Porno Spring” driven by innovative punk, feminist, and lesbian video-makers. Featuring her insightful “X-Rated Advisor” columns from Penthouse Forum and candid interviews with iconic figures like Russ Meyer and Traci Lords, Bright sheds light on topics ranging from the origins of how-to sex videos to the realities behind porn shoots. This volume is a thought-provoking deep dive into how erotic films broke Hollywood's conventions and their enduring influence on audiences.