Adult film star Tommy Gunn has teamed up with award-winning filmmaker Joel Van der Molen to bring us Fans Only: The Human Side of Porn, a new documentary that pulls back the curtain on the adult industry. With honest, raw stories from stars like Alexis Texas, Cherie DeVille, Emma Hix, Alexis Fawx, Danny Mountain, and bottom feeders like James Bartholet, and more, this 1-hour, 10-minute film gives a real look at the lives of performers and the people working behind the scenes.
The documentary dives into the two sides of the industry—the fun, open, and supportive community, alongside the tougher realities that don’t always make it to the surface. Through heartfelt interviews, it sheds light on challenges like stigma, mental and physical health struggles, and juggling busy shooting schedules with family life and the pressures of social media. It’s an authentic, eye-opening look at the people behind the performances.
“This project with Joel was a terrific experience,” said Tommy Gunn. “We took a lot of time to really try and get the whole picture, in an objective way, and I think it works. It’s an honest look inside our industry, and I’m proud to be a part of it.”
Fans Only brings in insights from industry voices like Peter Warren, Dan Miller, Holly Randall, Brah Bones, and others, giving viewers a deeper look at how the industry works and the challenges its members face. The film dives into topics like gender health, the pressures of platforms like OnlyFans, and the stigma society still holds.
Joel Van der Molen, a veteran filmmaker who was awarded the SIFFA President Award for his hit documentary ‘Gypsy Billionaire’, which reached #1 on Amazon Prime, shared his excitement about the project, saying, “This documentary was something I had wanted to do for a long time. Once I met up with Tommy and sorted all the details, the film took on a life of its own, leading us in directions I hadn’t dreamt of. I’m excited for people, industry-related and otherwise, to see what we put together. It’s real and it’s honest. I’m thrilled with everyone’s contributions and the final product we have!”
Fans Only is available NOW on Amazon Prime to Buy or Rent at THIS LINK! Be prepared for an unforgettable, deeply personal look at one of the most stigmatized, mysterious, and often, misunderstood industries in entertainment.
