Dick Ho: Asian Male Porn Star
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Dick Ho: Asian Male Porn Star is the title of a 2005 documentary
directed by Jeffrey Lei, that explores the supposed existence of an adult film actor named Dick Ho during the 1970s, which is considered to be the golden age of the adult film industry. The lore of the film
emphasizes the fact that he’s Asian
, commenting on the lack or absence of Asian male heterosexuality
in mainstream American porn
. Revelations of his life, and the controversy
surrounding it, are presented through rare film footage and interviews with actual porn stars of the era.
Its screening history includes: the 4th S.F. Sex Worker Film & Arts Festival (BAYSWAN
), 24th San Francisco International Asian American Film Festival
, SinCine Erotic Film Fest, Cinekink NYC & tour, 1st Disorient Film Festival of Oregon, L.A. VC FilmFest, 5th Asian Film Festival of Dallas, 9th APAture festival, Bindelstiff Film Festival, Chicago Asian American Showcase, Northwest Asian American Film Fest, San Diego Asian Film Festival
, and the L.A. Erotica Film Fest ’07.
attempts to verify his existence as there are practically no Asian male porn stars in the history of American adult cinema. A controversial mystery akin to Bigfoot
and alien abduction, Dick Ho was so well endowed that rumors arose of a conspiracy
within the porn industry to eliminate any knowledge of his existence. Includes alleged film footage and testimonials from porn veterans.
by some in the adult film industry which is highly debatable as evident by the participants’ interviews and film footage in the documentary. It is believed that he came about as a rumor to address the overall absence of Asian male porn actors. The controversy is, not only due to the debate if he actually existed but also, due to the allegations that his penis
measured 13½ inches in length which challenges the idea that John Holmes had the longest member in the business. Comparisons and references to John Holmes is made throughout the film, even touching on a possible conspiracy by Holmes and the porn industry to eliminate Dick Ho. Whether he is still living or dead is arguable. One extravagant theory points to sightings of him at a sex cult
in Oregon. Theories of his death range from the conspiracy, to an overdose of drugs and alcohol, and even to a penis enlargement pump accident.
Documentary film
Documentary films constitute a broad category of nonfictional motion pictures intended to document some aspect of reality, primarily for the purposes of instruction or maintaining a historical record...
directed by Jeffrey Lei, that explores the supposed existence of an adult film actor named Dick Ho during the 1970s, which is considered to be the golden age of the adult film industry. The lore of the film
Film
A film, also called a movie or motion picture, is a series of still or moving images. It is produced by recording photographic images with cameras, or by creating images using animation techniques or visual effects...
emphasizes the fact that he’s Asian
Asian race
The term Asian race is controversial and may have different meanings depending on the context.You may be looking for:*Asian people*Mongoloid race*Asian American**Race and ethnicity in the United States Census*Asian Canadian...
, commenting on the lack or absence of Asian male heterosexuality
Heterosexuality
Heterosexuality is romantic or sexual attraction or behavior between members of the opposite sex or gender. As a sexual orientation, heterosexuality refers to "an enduring pattern of or disposition to experience sexual, affectional, physical or romantic attractions to persons of the opposite sex";...
in mainstream American porn
PORN
Porn is a common short form for pornography. It may also refer to:* Progressive outer retinal necrosis, a disease of the retina* PORN, a French industrial rock band...
. Revelations of his life, and the controversy
Controversy
Controversy is a state of prolonged public dispute or debate, usually concerning a matter of opinion. The word was coined from the Latin controversia, as a composite of controversus – "turned in an opposite direction," from contra – "against" – and vertere – to turn, or versus , hence, "to turn...
surrounding it, are presented through rare film footage and interviews with actual porn stars of the era.
Its screening history includes: the 4th S.F. Sex Worker Film & Arts Festival (BAYSWAN
BAYSWAN
Bay Area Sex Worker Advocacy Network , is a non-profit organization in the San Francisco Bay Area which works to improve working conditions, increase benefits, and eliminate discrimination on behalf of individuals working within both legal and criminalized adult entertainment industries...
), 24th San Francisco International Asian American Film Festival
San Francisco International Asian American Film Festival
The San Francisco International Asian American Film Festival presented every March is the nation’s largest showcase for new Asian American and Asian films, annually presenting approximately 130 works in San Francisco, Berkeley and San Jose, USA...
, SinCine Erotic Film Fest, Cinekink NYC & tour, 1st Disorient Film Festival of Oregon, L.A. VC FilmFest, 5th Asian Film Festival of Dallas, 9th APAture festival, Bindelstiff Film Festival, Chicago Asian American Showcase, Northwest Asian American Film Fest, San Diego Asian Film Festival
San Diego Asian Film Festival
The San Diego Asian Film Festival is an annual event organized by the San Diego Asian Film Foundation. The festival was first held in 2000 at the University of San Diego by the Asian American Journalists Association of San Diego.-Organization Overview:...
, and the L.A. Erotica Film Fest ’07.
Synopsis
This documentary about the 70s porn legendLegend
A legend is a narrative of human actions that are perceived both by teller and listeners to take place within human history and to possess certain qualities that give the tale verisimilitude...
attempts to verify his existence as there are practically no Asian male porn stars in the history of American adult cinema. A controversial mystery akin to Bigfoot
Bigfoot
Bigfoot, also known as sasquatch, is an ape-like cryptid that purportedly inhabits forests, mainly in the Pacific Northwest region of North America. Bigfoot is usually described as a large, hairy, bipedal humanoid...
and alien abduction, Dick Ho was so well endowed that rumors arose of a conspiracy
Cabal
A cabal is a group of people united in some close design together, usually to promote their private views and/or interests in a church, state, or other community, often by intrigue...
within the porn industry to eliminate any knowledge of his existence. Includes alleged film footage and testimonials from porn veterans.
Cast
- Annie SprinkleAnnie SprinkleAnnie M. Sprinkle is an American former prostitute, stripper, pornographic actress, cable television host, porn magazine editor, writer and sex film producer...
as herself - Kay ParkerKay ParkerKay Parker is a New Age author and former pornographic actress, best known for her depictions of incest scenes in the Taboo series.-Career:...
as herself - Juliet AndersonJuliet AndersonJuliet Anderson , also known as Aunt Peg, was an American pornographic actress and adult movie producer, relationship counselor and author...
as herself - Mika TanMika TanMika Tan is the stage name of a fetish model , and pornographic actress of Asian ancestry.-Background:...
as herself - Sharon MitchellSharon MitchellSharon Mitchell is a former erotic actress, with a pornography career spanning over two decades.- Adult film career :...
as herself
Legend of Dick Ho
Dick Ho is considered to be an urban legendUrban legend
An urban legend, urban myth, urban tale, or contemporary legend, is a form of modern folklore consisting of stories that may or may not have been believed by their tellers to be true...
by some in the adult film industry which is highly debatable as evident by the participants’ interviews and film footage in the documentary. It is believed that he came about as a rumor to address the overall absence of Asian male porn actors. The controversy is, not only due to the debate if he actually existed but also, due to the allegations that his penis
Penis
The penis is a biological feature of male animals including both vertebrates and invertebrates...
measured 13½ inches in length which challenges the idea that John Holmes had the longest member in the business. Comparisons and references to John Holmes is made throughout the film, even touching on a possible conspiracy by Holmes and the porn industry to eliminate Dick Ho. Whether he is still living or dead is arguable. One extravagant theory points to sightings of him at a sex cult
Cult
The word cult in current popular usage usually refers to a group whose beliefs or practices are considered abnormal or bizarre. The word originally denoted a system of ritual practices...
in Oregon. Theories of his death range from the conspiracy, to an overdose of drugs and alcohol, and even to a penis enlargement pump accident.