Performer and director Kylie Ireland has left Platinum X and signed a deal with DVSX to direct gonzo videos.
Ireland, who had been with Platinum X since 2002, said the split with that company was amicable and added that she hopes to build on her past work at DVSX.
“I’m grateful that Jewel De’Nyle brought me over to Platinum X and gave me a chance to direct when other people wouldn’t,” Ireland said.
“But when this offer came, I felt I had to take it. DVSX has some really great people.”
Under the deal, Ireland would direct one video per month, but would not be restricted from directing with other companies. The contract does not include performing, but Ireland said she only performs occasionally these days.
Other details of the deal were confidential.
“I just enjoy directing more than performing. That’s what happens when you’ve been a performer for as long as I have,” said Ireland, who first broke into the business in 1995 when she earned Best New Starlet at the AVN awards.
Alex Ladd, DVSX head of production, said he was always impressed by Ireland’s dedication to quality in her work.
“She shoots really well and there’s a real quality in what she does,” he said.
A Colorado native and 2005 inductee into the AVN Hall of Fame, Ireland said she understands what it takes to be a successful director.
“You have to bring people together,” she said. “When you have a good cast – people that really enjoy this and aren’t in it for the money – then you’re going to succeed.”
Ladd said Ireland’s first project is scheduled to be an S&M video not yet titled. It’s slated to begin shooting next month.
