Asia Noir

With rich settings and good production values, but with a really ferocious gonzo edge - true gonzo, in the style, particularly, of John Leslie, a beautiful, romantic sunlit veneer gets darker as the movie progresses, as each dream state of sexual frenzy leads to another shift in perception of reality. Director David Aaron Clark says, The sex is the best I've ever shot. I was allowed to cast whomever I wanted, and the actresses are all favorites - working with Sabrine Maui for the first time was a blast, and I had just shot a great scene with Nyomi and Lyla, so they just hit the next level for me. And working with Marcus for the first time was an incredible pleasure - I can't think of a male performer more capable of being smart, funny and a force of nature like that all at the same time. Darren James also starts proving himself here as an essential performer. A film crew from 60 MINUTES was present to document one day of the shoot for an upcoming segment on the adult industry.

Directed by David Aaron Clark, Asia Noir leans on a strong ensemble — Darren James, Guy DiSilva, Kimmy Kahn — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.

The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about screen titles of 2003.