Ron Jeremy has the unique distinction as being the world's most famous star of adult cinema, having appeared in over 1,600 films. It's an amazing body of work, even more so when you get a look at Ron Jeremy. He's a chubby, short, middle-aged man, someone you wouldn't expect to still be appearing in adult films — but yet he does. Ron Jeremy is an icon, and the film Porn Star: The Legend of Ron Jeremy gives us a look into the world of Ron Jeremy. It's a fascinating and entertaining film about a man who really just wants to be loved.
Written and directed by Scott J. Gill, Porn Star gives us a peek into Jeremy's life. It might surprise some that Jeremy has a Master's degree in special education, and worked as a teacher in the 1970s. A girlfriend submitted a photo of Jeremy to Playgirl magazine in 1978, and his adult film career, and legend, followed.
We follow Jeremy as he travels around the country, attending various functions, conventions, and other public appearances to the delight of his legions of fans. As we get to know the man behind the legend, we learn that what Ron Jeremy really wants in life is to be accepted in mainstream Hollywood. Which doesn't seem likely at this point, and one wonders why Jeremy is so determined to become a part of mainstream Hollywood. The truth is that Ron Jeremy is rich, well known, and adored by his fans.
Gill interviews Jeremy pals Al "Grandpa Munster" Lewis (who passed away on Feb. 3), Al Goldstein, publisher of Screw Magazine, Hustler Magazine publisher Larry Flynt, as well as many current and former adult film stars. They paint a picture of a man who desires success (even though he has it) and riches (even though he has that, as well). Maybe Jeremy just doesn't see it.
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1 - Susan R-G
I probably shouldn't admit this, but ... I've seen this documentary (I think about two years ago or so). What struck me, more than anything else, was the sadness of his life. He seems to want, more than anything else, to be accepted as 'mainstream', and he will always be grasping at the fringes of the periphery.
Sad, too, was how his friends laughed at how 'star-struck' he was - wanting his photo taking with all of the 'real' stars. And, he had tons of photographs of him with so many people. He also kept that ratty, bulging notebook, scribbled with notes, and telephone numbers, and addresses of everyone he knew, and everyone he had ever met.
At a few times during the filming with him, you could see the sadness and regret he had about being alone. He had a difficult time talking about his first (I can't remember if it was wife or long-term girlfriend), but he still had some major issues over her.
I have seen, read and heard that most of the adult film "actresses" that have worked with him over the years absoluted hated him, and many refused to work with him again. And, I can see where he could be an obnoxious pig (again from interviews, etc.) but, still, this documentary put a new perspective on him as someone other than the 'larger-than-life' (no pun intended) persona that we have all known over the years. He did teach Special Ed in the 70s before his girlfriend submitted his photo to PlayGirl. He had planned to pursue a legitimate acting career before that happened. Who knows where he may have ended up if not for that one photograph?
2 - jon
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These unique and innovative collectible items stems from the overwhelming request by his long-time fans, for collectable items from Mr. Jeremy at tradeshows, private parties and other appearances by Jeremy.
We thought it would be fun to hand out a few bottles of hot sauce (with my face on it) at various events. Never did I think people would react so favorably. Men, women, young and old were so excited and delighted with the product, said Jeremy. So we decided to develop an entire line and get it out to the masses.
The line will be unveiled in June during a launch party in Baltimore.
Having appeared in 1,700 films and directed 250 others throughout his 25 year career, Jeremy is generally regarded as the most influential figure in the adult film industry as well as appearing in numerous mainstream projects such as 54, Reindeer Games, Nash Bridges, America's Most Wanted" and, most recently, The Surreal Life". He has also starred in 14 music videos - more than any other actor.
Born in Queens NY, Ron Jeremy holds a Masters Degree in Special Education and a Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education. Jeremy is also a classical piano and violin player and an active member of many charitable organizations throughout the Las Angeles area.
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