Comedy Cult Classic

Behind the mirrored wall, Hollywood hopefuls bare all for a pseudo-doc casting call.

AUDITIONS

The only thing more erotic than an X-rated movie

1978 · 1h 22m · X · Comedy / Documentary / Drama · IMDB TMDB

A pseudo-documentary about the processes involved in putting together and casting actors and actresses for a porn film. Although several actual porn stars are in the film, it is not a porn film itself.

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Before reality TV auditions, there was Auditions—X-rated for ambition if not content.

Programmer's Pick

Ever wondered how the sausage gets made in the world of adult cinema? Auditions peeks behind a disguised wall in a Hollywood studio, where the real show is the parade of talent—ranging from hopefuls to established porn stars—vying for the 'world's sexiest' titles. Harry Hurwitz crafts a cheeky pseudo-doc that’s as much about the spectacle of casting as it is about the spectacle itself.

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Quick Answer

What is Auditions about?

Auditions is a 1978 American comedy, documentary, and drama film directed by Harry Hurwitz about the casting process for a fictional porn film, featuring real auditions and a blend of staged and unscripted moments.

Themes & Keywords

casting auditions pseudo-documentary adult film industry hollywood studio medieval dungeon set french boudoir set porn stars hopeful actors unusual personalities mirrored wall cameras sound equipment

Synopsis

During the week of March 15, 1978, an ad appeared in the Hollywood Variety that the producers of films Cinderella (1977) and Fairy Tales (1978) were on the talent search for their new motion picture Fairytales Part II. They were looking for "the world's sexiest woman" for the role of Sleeping Beauty, "the world's sexiest man for the co-starring role of Prince Charming and "the world's most unusual act or personality". Two sets were constructed in a Hollywood studio: a medieval dungeon and a French boudoir. Across from these sets was a mirrored wall behind which cameras and sound equipment was concealed. Hundreds of people responded to the advertisement and on March 25 the two days of auditions began.

Details & Specs

Director: Harry Hurwitz
Writers: Albert Band, Charles Band
Release: 1978
Runtime: 1h 22m
Genres: Comedy, Documentary, Drama

Why Cult

Hollywood Casting Exposé

Get a front-row seat to the actual audition process for a fictional adult film, complete with hidden cameras and a mirrored wall.

Real Porn Stars

While not a porn film itself, Auditions features appearances from several actual adult film stars playing themselves or hopefuls.

Blurring Fact & Fiction

This pseudo-documentary walks the line between staged drama and unscripted comedy, creating a unique hybrid narrative.

Quirky Characters

From Stumpy the Midget to The Headknocker, the film assembles a parade of unusual personalities answering the infamous casting call.

Questions from the Vault

What is Auditions about? +

Auditions is a pseudo-documentary comedy-drama from 1978 that explores the casting process for a fictional porn film, featuring real and staged audition footage.

Who directed Auditions? +

Auditions was directed by Harry Hurwitz.

How long is Auditions? +

Auditions has a runtime of 82 minutes.

What genre is Auditions? +

Auditions is a comedy, documentary, and drama.

Where can I watch Auditions? +

Auditions is available to watch on SassyFlix.