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"So mesmerizing that it can also be hard to look away from. Pleasure is simply a standout exercise in filmmaking.."—Wilson Kwong, Film Inquiry
"Grounded in years of meticulous research into the porn scene and cast with actors drawn entirely from that world except for Kappel herself, Pleasure is very persuasive in its evocation of the milieu."—Leslie Felperin, The Hollywood Reporter
Ninja Thyberg’s debut feature is a journey into the Los Angeles porn industry through the lens of newcomer Bella Cherry (Sofia Kappel). Strong, self-confident and determined, Bella embarks on a mission to become the best at any cost. Exploring a side of an industry that rarely gets the spotlight, this controversial Sundance film features a stunning first time performance by Kappel, who anchors an ensemble of adult industry actors.
Content consideration: this film contains explicit sex scenes including depictions of rape