Nearly half a century later, this is still one of the best XXX movies ever made…
The Devil In Miss Jones (1973)
Confronted by the Devil and faced with spending an eternity in Hell, Justine Jones imposes the hypothetical premise: “If I had my life to live over, I would have life filled, engulfed and consumed by lust!”
Studio: VCX
Director: Gerard Damiano
Starring:
- Georgina Spelvin
- Claire Lumiere
- Harry Reems
- John Clemens
- Marc Stevens
“The Devil in Miss Jones” is a 1973 adult film directed by Gerard Damiano and produced by Deep Throat’s Louis Peraino. The film starred Georgina Spelvin as Justine Jones, a lonely and depressed spinster who takes her own life, but is denied entry into both heaven and hell because of her suicide. Instead, she is given the opportunity to experience a sexual reawakening before entering into eternal damnation. The film follows her journey as she explores her sexuality and the consequences of her actions.
The film was significant for a number of reasons, but perhaps the most notable is that it was one of the first adult films to be produced with a plot, characters, and an actual script. Prior to “The Devil in Miss Jones,” adult films were largely shot in a documentary style, without much of a plot or character development. “The Devil in Miss Jones” changed that, and it was one of the first films to be considered a “porno chic” film. The movie also earned a spot on Die-Screaming’s 10 best porn films of the Seventies countdown.
Another important aspect of the film was its depiction of female sexuality. Up to that point, most adult films featured men as the primary sexual performers, and the women were often reduced to passive objects of desire. “The Devil in Miss Jones” broke with this tradition and featured a strong, sexually-liberated female protagonist. This was groundbreaking for the time and helped pave the way for future films that featured strong female characters and a more nuanced portrayal of female sexuality.
The film also featured a strong performance by Georgina Spelvin (ranked as one of the ten best female pornstars of the 1970s), who starred as Justine Jones. Spelvin was able to bring a level of nuance and depth to her character, making her more than just a sexual object, but a fully-realized human being with her own desires and motivations. Spelvin’s performance was praised by critics and helped solidify her as one of the top actresses in the adult film industry.
The film was directed by Gerard Damiano, who also directed the notorious film Deep Throat. Damiano was able to bring a level of artistry and technical skill to the film that was unusual for the adult film industry at the time. His direction helped elevate the film above the typical adult fare and made it into something more akin to mainstream cinema.
“The Devil in Miss Jones” was a box office success and was followed by several sequels. The film was also critically acclaimed, and it was nominated for several awards, including the AVN Award for Best Film. The film was also included in the book “1001 Movies You Must See Before You Die” It was also one of the first adult films to be shown in mainstream movie theaters.
In conclusion, “The Devil in Miss Jones” was a groundbreaking film that changed the way adult films were made and perceived. It was one of the first adult films to be produced with a plot, characters, and an actual script. It also broke with tradition by featuring a strong, sexually-liberated female protagonist. The film was directed by Gerard Damiano, and starred Georgina Spelvin, whose performance was praised by critics. The film’s success helped pave the way for future adult films that featured strong female characters and a more nuanced portrayal of female sexuality.