The Negative Effects of Porn (May be NSFW)

**Scarlett O'Hara** · 02-09-2012, 08:55 AM

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Originally Posted by tore

About the effect on actors, I believe the specifics vary widely on a case to case basis. Some may have gotten into it because of a history of abuse while that's not true for others. Some may become exploited by cynical producers while others are not. I know there are female porn actors who have gone on to produce their own movies and becoming more so part of the industry than before when they just acted and I guess that shows they are into it willingly. Perhaps women producing porn are more sensitive to other female actors in movies, so that could be a good thing.

There are undoubtedly a dark side to porn. Generally speaking, I guess the more unknown/cheaper the production, the darker it is.

As for the consumers, I think it can be unhealthy. As an example, I worry that niche porn which features the sexualization of very young girls (common in Japan) can help enable pedophilia. For normal porn which includes consenting adults not doing anything very dangerous, I'm not too worried.

What about the fact that a lot of porn stars are prostitutes as well? They don't get paid much and are often forced to perform sexual acts that they didn't want to do. The sets are filthy, the same furniture is used over and over which is incredibly unsafe.

Guybrush · 02-09-2012, 09:00 AM

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Originally Posted by Vanilla

What about the fact that a lot of porn stars are prostitutes as well? They don't get paid much and are often forced to perform sexual acts that they didn't want to do. The sets are filthy, the same furniture is used over and over which is incredibly unsafe.

I'm not sure what you're asking. Do you want to know if I acknowledge the existence of such stuff or are you asking how I feel about it? I already acknowledged there is a dark side to porn.

**Scarlett O'Hara** · 02-09-2012, 09:02 AM

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Originally Posted by tore

I'm not sure what you're asking. Do you want to know if I acknowledge the existence of such stuff or are you asking how I feel about it? I already acknowledged there is a dark side to porn.

Well I guess I just wanted to enlighten you.

Guybrush · 02-09-2012, 09:17 AM

I think no one would dispute the fact that there's a lot of crap related to that industry.

On a side note, if anyone's interested, I got a bit curious about what porn actors would say about their careers and found a lighthearted and seemingly honest interview with a porn actress who was only in it for 6 months before she quit. She highlights some good sides to porn as well as some bad and overall, it's a fun read.

Interview with a Former Porn Star

Howard the Duck · 02-09-2012, 09:28 AM

^^yeah, that's pretty funny

she seems to be taking everything in with good stride

(i dunno how i come up with these puns, most of it is actually unintentional)

~~Rubato~~ · 02-09-2012, 09:45 AM

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Originally Posted by tore

As for the consumers, I think it can be unhealthy. As an example, I worry that niche porn which features the sexualization of very young girls (common in Japan) can help enable pedophilia. For normal porn which includes consenting adults not doing anything very dangerous, I'm not too worried.

Are there not laws against that? I was under the impression Japan outlawed content that depicted minors a while back.

Howard the Duck · 02-09-2012, 10:04 AM

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Originally Posted by Rubato

Are there not laws against that? I was under the impression Japan outlawed content that depicted minors a while back.

i think he means "hentai" - underaged sex can still be depicted in cartoon form

Paedantic Basterd · 02-09-2012, 10:38 AM

It demeans and objectifies women, which is highly unfortunate. It's a pastime that I wish society would overcome.

Howard the Duck · 02-09-2012, 10:44 AM

well, pornography is prohibited here, but there is no censorship on the Internet and there are pirated porn for sale everywhere

The Batlord · 02-09-2012, 10:46 AM

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Originally Posted by Pedestrian

It demeans and objectifies women, which is highly unfortunate. It's a pastime that I wish society would overcome.

Yeah, not gonna happen. Porn is just one of those things that's morally ambiguous, but will never go away, like alcohol. So, you've just gotta get used to it.

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Guybrush Juicious Maximus III Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Scabb Island Posts: 6,525	I think no one would dispute the fact that there's a lot of crap related to that industry. On a side note, if anyone's interested, I got a bit curious about what porn actors would say about their careers and found a lighthearted and seemingly honest interview with a porn actress who was only in it for 6 months before she quit. She highlights some good sides to porn as well as some bad and overall, it's a fun read. Interview with a Former Porn Star __________________ Something Completely Different Last edited by Guybrush; 02-09-2012 at 09:30 AM.

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Paedantic Basterd Music Addict Join Date: Sep 2010 Posts: 5,184	It demeans and objectifies women, which is highly unfortunate. It's a pastime that I wish society would overcome.