The classic adage goes like this, “You know it when you see it,” regarding pornographic material. For example, Pornhub allows you to see explicit content whenever you want, wherever you are.
Money Shot: The Pornhub Story, a Netflix documentary, will dive headfirst into how the website’s 2007 launch transformed the porn industry, both positively and negatively.
There Will Be Chaos
There have been many high points in the history of pornography. The 1970s saw a surge in nude magazines; the 1990s saw the rise of erotica on VHS; and the 2000s saw the advent of x-rated streaming. Pornhub, today one of the most visited websites in the world, was a pioneer in this digital revolution.
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For the first time, anyone with access to a gadget connected to a reliable wifi network could get their rocks by watching a pornstar perform or create porn-related content. This shady past and Pornhub’s place in the history of the internet will be explored in Money Shot: The Pornhub Story (no, you read that right).
However, like with any digital boom, there are many unanticipated (and even neglected) security risks to contend with. Pornhub has been around for a decade, and in that time, it has received a lot of criticism for allegedly facilitating trafficking, exploiting the performers it has made billions off of and spreading content that violates people’s privacy.
The film premieres during a pivotal moment in the industry’s evolution, as advocates for and control over victims become increasingly influential. Pornhub may have to rethink its business model if it places more value on modern, creator-led earnings and less on the shady, behind-the-scenes dealings that have traditionally fueled its success.
The film’s director and producer, Suzanne Hillinger, has said, “This documentary requires us to reckon with what sexuality and consent mean when billion-dollar online platforms rely on user-generated content, who has, and who should have, the power in these environments? Our goal was to make a film that would spark discussions about sexuality and consent, both online and off.
What Day Will Money Shot Be Released?
On March 15th, Netflix users can expect to see Money Shot: The Pornhub Story, which will arrive with a boom.
