A large portion of the adult industry has become vocal about demanding a moratorium of all adult production, ranging from at least a few weeks up to the 60-day term proposed by AVN. We thought it would be nice to let companies explain why they have done so. This list will be updated as needed.
Outback Productions has ceased production until further notice. "I have also made my company policy to be condom only indefinitely. This is about lives not finance, I would hope that all companies do the same, and that talent not take any work until it is safe for everyone," Nicole London said.
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Heatwave Entertainment is halting production until everything gets sorted. "Hopefully we can resolve these issues ASAP and continue to have a safe running professional business. Our hearts go out to anyone infected by, or dealing with, this virus," read Heatwave's annoucment.
Video Team has declared a moratorium on production until further notice.
Limelight Productions, based in Las Vegas, has declared a halt to all productions until everything clears. "The health and safety of talent must never be put at undue risk, while the integrity of our industry must be secured," read a company press release announcing the move.
Evasive Angles announced it would suspend all film production work until at least June 8, "and beyond, as circumstances dictate."
Nectar Entertainment has halted all productions immediately.
Hustler Video and VCA Pictures released a joint statement to the industry Friday regarding the HIV crisis. VCA publicist Mischa Allen said, "The main concern of both companies right now is for the health and well being of the talent they work with. We will be sure to keep everyone updated and informed as soon as new information comes to light."
Adam & Eve has suspended production indefinately. "We hope this will encourage other companies to the do the same," said Luc Wylder, speaking on behalf of Adam & Eve.
Shane's World Studios has suspended production until "this is all worked out."
Metro Interactive has joined the voluntary moratorium. "We care and respect the health and welfare of our talent, safety should, will be and has been a priority within this company's infrastructure," a spokesperson for Metro said. "By aiding in the moratorium we hope to help contain this incident and set a standard of action and awareness to prevent future endangerment to all performers."
Anaka Fox Productions has decided to abide by the 60-day production moratorium, and will be working condom-only from here on out.“We actually know some of the talent on the quarantine list, well I suppose everyone does, so it’s really important to protect our friends and keep everything safe,” Steven Koch, owner of Anaka Fox Productions, said.
Wicked Pictures has halted production, even though they are a condom-only company. "While Wicked Pictures has maintained a condoms-mandatory policy in its productions since 1999, we have decided to suspend shooting until further notice," said Daniel Metcalf, publicist for Wicked.
ClubJenna's Jenna Jameson declared that her company would halt production until everything was declared clear. “ClubJenna has pushed its productions until the 60 day window has elapsed and we can be assured that the outbreak is contained," Jameson said. "We strongly urge the rest of the industry to follow. This is our industry and our livelihood….please help to ensure its safety.”
PlayGirl TV has temporarily stopped production of all scenes that are explicit and possibly dangerous, but will continue shooting solo scenes and other types of scenes that they believe won't place anyone in a danger.
Executive producer Skye Blue, explained PlayGirl TV’s rationale for the move, saying “Out of concerns for the talent and crew of our industry when production resumes, we'll suspend production with XX and explicit sex until the extent of the HIV exposure has been tracked down, but our programming isn't limited to that, as we believe that women's erotic fantasies aren't limited to traditional sex scenes.
"Playgirl TV will resume full production tomorrow morning with it's series Voyeur Views, in addition to a slate of other innovative programming. We're taking a completely new approach to our format of programming and that includes production that is sexy and safe!" Blue said.
Private USA has decided to halt production for 60 days. “At this time Private has decided to halt productions, as our chief concern is the health and safety of our talent. Our best wishes, hopes and prayers are with those who might be affected by the current climate,” said Private USA general Manager Ric Williams.
Wildlife Productions has agreed to halt production indefinitely, citing their concern for the safety of their talent. “We strongly support AVN’s suggestion that production companies put their productions on hold until the air is cleared about this potential epidemic that threatens our most valuable assets, the performers,” said Romy and Bobby Rinaldi, announcing they were halting production until “whenever necessary.”
Astrux Entertainment has decided to halt production on all upcoming shoots in order for the entire industry to be cleared of the current outbreak. "In this difficult time we want to send
our thoughts and prayers to everybody effected by this," said Astrux Entertainment.
Passion Pictures has gone on a moratorium until June 8, the current recommend date. “I would be mortified if anyone ever got sick in connection with one of my projects. I have to sleep at night and my conscience would not allow me to sleep. I would never earn my living at the expense of some other human beings health & safety,” said David Brett, CEO of Passion Pictures.
Elegant Angel has decided shut production until “June, July, ...whenever.”
Man Made Entertainment has halted all production until the current health issue facing the industry passes, though they will continue to release their slated Web projects until May 1st. “It is amazing that some companies have called wanting to know the current status of Mandingo. I for one couldn’t possibly perform in the current state of the industry,” Fred “Mandingo” Foolish, CEO of Man Made Ent., said.
Jill Kelly Productions was the first to announce a 60-day halt to production. Jill Kelly, namesake and president of JKP, had a few choice words for those who refused to stop production, suggesting that such people were, “idiots with no regard to their talent or crew.”
Vivid Video, while already a condom-only company, has decided to cease production for the time being. "As of now Vivid has decided to halt production on its adult films. This may change based on information we obtain from AIM Health Care," Ellie Reeve, Vivid's spokesperson, said.
Cherry Boxxx Pictures and The Red Light District have agreed to halt production until at least the second-generation list from the James’ line of the virus is announced, which is expected to take a few weeks.
Production companies are invited to notify AVN.com of their production status by emailing Scott Ross.
