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Pornegrafik (Pornographic)

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Yes, we've all heard what hard work (no pun intended) making porn films is---that is a difficult job to remain excited and involved while the cameras are rolling. We've also heard about, and seen the evidence of, drugs in the world of porn. But who would have thought that the porn industry would prove as dull as work on a conveyer belt? Probst's book shows us this boredom in his, otherwise, excellent photographs. The story by A. M. Homes which serves as the book's introduction is merely pretentious.

In this "postmodern" age, the art-porn work of Ken Probst mixes "high" (art) and "low" (porn) in beautifully provocative ways. this book of art/porn will suprise and delight the senses -- the sight of the flesh and the touch of the glossy pages. All of the images leave the viewer wanting more, which is a good thing ... it produces desire ... I want more, always more.

Ken Probst's take on the porn industry is fresh, fascinating and funny. Not your typical photo-documentary book. This book is filled with the awkward moments and mechanics involved in making pornographic films, as seen by Probst's ironic eye. Well worth it.

I really enjoyed this book. I thought the photographer caught not only some beautiful images, but a kind of poignancy that is often missed or overlooked when dealing with this subject matter. Other photographers have exploited the titillating aspects of the adult film industry, but this Photographer seemed to see so much more in the material. Surface beauty certainly, but also a more textured, living aspect.. as if to remind us that these are not only icons but humans.. I bought several (10 in fact) as gifts..Really quite Brilliant..

Brilliant! The photographer has given a personal insight into the world of adult cinema. These photographs, obviously taken under difficult circumstances, are strong. The perspective, the personal things an artist brings to a document, is big on poise, honesty, clarity and plenty of detachment. Says alot about the photographer as well!

I bought this book thinking that it would give a behind-the-scene look at the pornographic film industry. I did not expect it to be about a GAY porno film set.

Many of the photos are fairly well taken in a documentary style and a few even managed to inject a bit of humour into the work of the cast and supporting crew, like a "gay" actor jerking off with a copy of Penthouse. Another "funny" photo shows a crew member looking away as two naked male actors hugged and French-kiss passionately off the camera. However most of the photos show how seriously the crew treat their work.

But be warned, buy this book only if male homosexual pornography does not offend you. Otherwise, stay away.

Oh yea, the money... Bad pictures, no text, boring book!