Erotikus: A History of the Gay Movie
Synopsis
The film, narrated by "LA Plays Itself" director Fred Halstead, begins by looking at the muscle magazines and films of the late 1940s-early 1960s, then at the softcore films of the late 60s and the boundary-pushing and legal-testing which allowed these to evolve into hardcore loops and then features.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
July 16, 1973
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Tom DeSimone
- Original Title
- Erotikus: A History of the Gay Movie
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Production Studios
- Bijou Video
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Tom DeSimone
Department Leadership Roster
Tom DeSimone
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About Erotikus: A History of the Gay Movie
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What is Erotikus: A History of the Gay Movie about?
The film, narrated by "LA Plays Itself" director Fred Halstead, begins by looking at the muscle magazines and films of the late 1940s-early 1960s, then at the softcore films of the late 60s and the boundary-pushing and legal-testing which allowed these to evolve into hardcore loops and then features.
Who directed Erotikus: A History of the Gay Movie?
Erotikus: A History of the Gay Movie was directed by Tom DeSimone.
Who stars in Erotikus: A History of the Gay Movie?
The principal cast of Erotikus: A History of the Gay Movie includes Fred Halsted, Poco Alan, Larry Danser, Ed Fury, Sky Kinque.
When was Erotikus: A History of the Gay Movie released and how long is it?
Erotikus: A History of the Gay Movie was released in 1973 with a total runtime of 1h 30m.