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Plot Summary
Aroused is a feature documentary film featuring 16 of the Worlds most successful Adult film Stars. As questions are asked in this intimate film, the girls reveal more than just their naked skin.
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Rotten Tomatoes Movie Reviews
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25%- Reviews Counted: 12
- Fresh: 3
- Rotten: 9
- Average Rating: 5.1/10
Top Critics' Reviews
Rotten: It has an inviting softness, but the background music, odd camera angles, close-ups and lingering shots only distract and objectify.
Rotten: For a film that purports to go beyond the surface and uncover the "true essence" of adult film stars, "Aroused" spends a lot of time admiring the surface.
Rotten: Aspires to be a consciousness-raising documentary but is only as deep as a tube of lipstick ...
Rotten: Director Deborah Anderson ... turns a welcome opportunity into a shameless example of exploitation and self-promotion.
Customer Reviews
Unfair Documentary
I appreciate porn as much as the next person, but this is not a fact-based documenary by any stretch- it unfairly glamorizes the industry and the people in it, completely leaving out the toll that this type of work has taken on their lives and relationships (which for most of the main actors is a matter of public record). Also of public record is the dire financial situation of at least 4 of the main actors (which two of them have even gone so far as to request donations from fans to help them out on their private websites) yet this leads you to believe that they are all living glamorous movie-star lifestyles with unlimited funds because of their industry. This was made with the sole purpose of being an interesting film to watch (and it is) but as far as being a documentary, it's irresponsible to say the least. I want it to be clear that I am writing this as a fan of documentaries, not as an opponent of porn.
Absolutely sublime and inspiring!
Deborah Anderson has delivered a very inspiring look at the human condition of a group of women that work in what is probably the most harshly scrutinized cabinet of the entertainment industry. Many watchers I feel we're looking at this documentary to resemble your standard documentary like a Michael Moore film. This film was never meant to resemble a typical documentary and should not be judged as such. This is an art form documentary that is a chronology of the photographic process in Deborah Anderson completed and produced her new book. This is not a historical documentary of the porn industry nor is it about pornography, which Deborah herself clearly states in the opening minutes. This documentary is about the fragile life situations that these women face on a daily basis in this industry. The cinematography was superb. The black & white/color transition added a very "noir" overtone to the vibe of the film. Deborah herself looked stunning and did a phenomenal job bringing the images and stories of each girl to the surface. The film was also decorated with a superb original soundtrack by Deborah's brother, Damion Anderson. It was refreshing to hear such original, tactile and sharp music driving the film along instead of your typical trite canned themes that are often heard. After reading several previous reviews from other websites, it is sad to realize that some people these days have lost their sensibilities for understanding the arts and the unabated portrayal of ones direction and vision. Deborah Anderson accomplished exactly what she set out to do. She cleverly brought an important message about the human condition across beautifully interwoven with stunning visuals and clear and present artistic depiction. This is a must see for the fine art enthusiast and anyone who loves a challenging film.
Should a short film
Really boring, is like three questions that are answered by 20 something porn stars
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