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The Dark Side of Porn: Porn Shutdown (2005): Cast

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The Dark Side of Porn: Porn Shutdown is a 2005 documentary directed by Richard Sanders, starring Darren James, Christopher Eccleston and Sharon Mitchell. It runs 48 minutes.

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Released
Runtime
48 min
Director
Richard Sanders
Genre
Documentary
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is The Dark Side of Porn: Porn Shutdown About?

The premise of The Dark Side of Porn: Porn Shutdown without spoilers.

After news broke in 2004 that well‑known performer Darren James had contracted HIV during a shoot in Brazil, the San Fernando Valley porn industry virtually shut down, with productions halted and heightened health protocols introduced as the community grappled with the crisis.

The Dark Side of Porn: Porn Shutdown Themes & Keywords

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Cast & crew

The Dark Side of Porn: Porn Shutdown Cast

Darren James leads the cast, with Christopher Eccleston and Sharon Mitchell. Directed by Richard Sanders; 18 actors are credited in all.

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The Dark Side of Porn: Porn Shutdown FAQ: Cast & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of The Dark Side of Porn: Porn Shutdown, each answered in a sentence.

How long is The Dark Side of Porn: Porn Shutdown?

The Dark Side of Porn: Porn Shutdown runs 48 minutes.

When was The Dark Side of Porn: Porn Shutdown released?

The Dark Side of Porn: Porn Shutdown was released on April 25, 2005.

Who directed The Dark Side of Porn: Porn Shutdown?

The Dark Side of Porn: Porn Shutdown was directed by Richard Sanders.

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Who is in the cast of The Dark Side of Porn: Porn Shutdown?

The Dark Side of Porn: Porn Shutdown stars Darren James, Christopher Eccleston and Sharon Mitchell, among 18 credited actors.

Does The Dark Side of Porn: Porn Shutdown have a post-credit scene?

No. The Dark Side of Porn: Porn Shutdown has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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