13th July 2014
The Melody Burlesk and the Harmony: Dominique’s story
Adult films in New York. Strip clubs in New York. In the 1970s, the link between the two was strong.
Articles
The Rialto Report is proud to present a series of exclusive articles, interviews, and investigative journalism relating to the golden age of adult film.
22nd June 2014
Whatever Happened To Sandi Foxx? Actress, Swinger, Party Girl, Porno Agent
Sandi Foxx, the first adult film agent in New York, remembers the 1970s.
1st June 2014
Al Goldstein Memorial, New York, May 2014
Al Goldstein, founder of Screw magazine, died earlier this year. The Rialto Report attended his unique memorial.
11th May 2014
Whatever Happened to Gigi Darlene?
We went in search of the lost sexploitation star, and solved a mystery that has lasted for almost half a century.
27th April 2014
‘Kamikaze Hearts’ (1986): An Oral History of a Cult Film
We track down those involved in the making of ‘Kamikaze Hearts’ – which captures the breakdown of a love affair, drugs and adult films.
13th April 2014
Who was Dr Infinity? The Curious Story of Adult Film’s First Autofellator
Who was Dr Infinity? And what is his connection to John Lennon and the Gutenberg Bible? We reveal all.
30th March 2014
The Elusive Ed DePriest: Director, Producer, Enigma
The life and times of Ed DePriest were mysterious for a number of years. We tracked him down to learn about his life and films.
16th March 2014
Who was Jill Monro? The Story of New York’s First Transsexual Porn Star
Jill Monro was the first transsexual adult film star. In 1982 she died of a drug overdose. Who was she?
27th February 2014
’42nd Street Studio’ – Joyce Baronio
For four years between 1976-1980, Joyce Baronio took pictures of strippers, porn stars, and sex show workers in New York.
15th February 2014
Club 90 Remembers Gloria Leonard
The members of Club 90 – Annie Sprinkle, Candida Royalle, Veronica Hart and Veronica Vera – share their memories of Gloria.
6th February 2014
Gloria Leonard: Rebel With A Cause
Gloria Leonard, who became an adult film star in her 30s and a prominent spokeswoman for the X-rated industry, died on Monday.
29th January 2014
Mistress Antoinette and the Fashion of Fetish
“Mistress Antoinette” was a fashion designer, publisher, film maker, event producer and writer. She was the founder of Versatile Fashions.
