John Holmes: The Man, the Myth, the Legend (2004)

10.0/10 74 min Documentary

Overview

A fine documentary that details the sordid life of 1970s pornographic actor John Holmes, from the stories of his fellow actors, his ex-wives, and directors. Clips of his work are shown and insight on what made the man tick are given. Despite all his flaws, you can't help but admire him for what he was.

Cast

John Holmes

Misty Dawn

Ginger Lynn Allen

Sharon Mitchell

William Margold

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