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Deep Throat's Success
- Deep Throat, released in 1972, was a mainstream hit despite its X-rating.
- It cost $5, equivalent to $32 today, and made millions.
Mainstreaming Porn
- Deep Throat was the first porn film to gain mainstream acceptance, appealing to couples and women.
- This led to an explosion of the genre in the 1970s, sparking feminist debates.
Evolution of Porn
- Before the "Golden Age," porn was a private affair, with short stag films lacking plots or production value.
- The 1970s marked a shift towards longer, narrative-driven pornographic movies.