Peter Pan XXX: An Axel Braun Parody

Certainly the most overrated director in Adult Cinema history, Axel Braun delivers another clunker hardly up to Wicked Pictures' standards with this desultory riff on Disney's "Peter Pan". Under the veil of parody, its existence is legally protected, but the only consumer protection is caveat emptor.

Scotsman Ryan Ryder is okay casting in the title role, his bright red dyed hair reminiscent of the fake redhead look beloved by various Lesbian porn icons. To avoid kiddie porn connotations, writer Braun sets his fairy tale when Wendy is all grown up, married to a creep named Clive, played by Steven St. Croix with one of the cast's poor attempts at British accents (Ryan keeps his Scots delivery intact).

St. Croix doubles as Captain Hook, hardly giving that role much personality. His assistant aboard ship is Smee, played by Jake Jacobs instead of his usual ace cameraman function, ceding cinematography to, you guessed it, credit hog Axel.

As Wendy, lovely Keira Nicole overacts per the director's approach, as he relentlessly plays down to his target audience -namely the schmoes who did so-called Porn Parody. In the 42-minute BTS not-so-short subject that occupies the gyp-the-consumer 2nd DVD on this pointless 2-Disk set she is quizzed about her resemblance to Keira Knightley -100% wishful thinking.

Proud to be under contract to Braun (as we learn in her boring BTS interview) Riley Steele plays Tinker Bell in boring fashion. Her career was in much better shape and far better served as a contract star with Digital Playground before that porn label was gobbled up circa 2011 by a European conglomerate.

Other talent wasted here includes another Braun contractee Aiden Ashley as a mermaid, Mia Malkova as another mermaid (their sex scene is limited to fellatio in order to avoid explaining away the mermaid's presumed lack of vagina or anus), Vicki Chase as Indian Princess Tiger Lily and a couple of porno studs who hide behind headdress and curly hair, as if embarrassed by their roles: Tommy Gunn and Dane Cross. A young sex worker named Jake Jace merely proves he can't read lines -perhaps Braun could have hired someone with narrative porn filmmaking experience instead if he cared at all about the finished product.

Special effects are poor, sets and backdrops ultra-cheap, and nowhere is their the sense of adventure or fantasy the project required. It ends with zero accomplished from a story point-of-view, merely setting up a dreaded sequel which, given porn's current economic problems (apart from gonzo streaming content), fortunately will likely never be made.

As I left the movie theater, tears still streaming down my face, I couldn't help but think about the incredible emotional journey that the film had taken me on. The story was both heart-wrenching and heartwarming, touching on themes of love, loss, and the strength of the human spirit.

But it wasn't just the powerful story that moved me - the cinematography was also absolutely stunning. From the sweeping vistas of the countryside to the intimate close-ups of the characters, every shot was crafted with a meticulous attention to detail. The colors were vivid and the lighting was perfectly chosen to enhance the mood of each scene.

And the performances! Every actor brought their A-game, delivering performances that were raw, nuanced, and deeply affecting. I was particularly struck by the lead actress, who conveyed a depth of emotion with just a subtle shift in her expression.

But what really made this movie stand out to me was its willingness to confront difficult topics head-on. It didn't shy away from the pain and sadness that can come with life, but it also showed the power of resilience and the capacity for hope. I left the theater feeling simultaneously drained and uplifted, with a renewed appreciation for the human experience.

All in all, this was a truly beautiful and moving film. Its combination of powerful storytelling, stunning visuals, and outstanding performances make it a must-see for anyone who appreciates the art of cinema.