'Porn Brat Pack' Movie Based on Joey Stefano, Chi Chi LaRue

HOLLYWOOD, Calif. — Writer and director Chad Darnell is set to make his feature film debut with the Joey Stefano bio-pic "The Porn Brat Pack."

Slated to go into production this summer, the movie chronicles the late gay adult star's battle with drugs and his relationship with veteran director Chi Chi LaRue.

"I worked as a casting director at Central Casting when I first moved to L.A. and every day I saw a lot of Joey Stefano’s come through the doors," Darnell told Advocate.com. "Kids wanting to be famous and then discovering drugs as a way to cope with the lives they created for themselves.

"I watched a few of them die," Darnell continued. "I watched a few of them go on to be some of the biggest stars in the business. You never know what cards you're going to get dealt."

Darnell, whose professional background is in casting and who has booked extras on shows such as "LOST" and "Heroes," told the Advocate that he based his script on interviews with the surviving members of Stefano's circle of friends: Sharon Kane, Mickey Skee, Chris Green and, of course LaRue, who initially rejected Darnell's pitch.

"I was fascinated by their journeys," Darnell said. "Especially Chi Chi, who had a love for someone who could not love him back. I really identified with that. He became one of the biggest producers and directors in the industry, became one of the loudest voices for safe sex in the community, and continues to shape and carve and grow. He's someone who has survived."

Starring in "The Porn Brat Pack" are Missi Pyle ("The Artist") as Sharon Kane, Willam Belli ("Neighborhood Watch") as Karen Dior and Ryan O'Connor ("Away") as LaRue. The role of Joey Stefano has yet to be cast.

Stefano starred in more than a hundred gay adult videos and was known for being a vocal bottom. He died at the age of 26 in 1994 from a drug overdose.

Related:  

Copyright © 2025 Adnet Media. All Rights Reserved. XBIZ is a trademark of Adnet Media.
Reproduction in whole or in part in any form or medium without express written permission is prohibited.

More News

Foxxy, Avery Lust Star in Latest From TGirls.Porn

Foxxy and Avery Lust star in the latest release from Grooby paysite TGirls.Porn, titled “BFFFs: Best Fucking Friends Forever.”

Yhivi Stars in Latest From Brazzers

Yhivi stars with Liz Jordan and multi-XMAs winner Mick Blue in the latest Brazzers scene, “The Help Is Horny.”

Brittany Andrews Stars in New Elegant Angel Release

Brittany Andrews stars with Danae Mari and Van Wylde in a scene from Elegant Angel, titled “Big Tit MILF Attack.”

London River, Millie Morgan Topline Latest 'Lesbian Babysitters' From Sweetheart Video

London River and Millie Morgan headline the 18th volume of "Lesbian Babysitters" from Mile High Media's studio imprint Sweetheart Video.

Girthmasterr Delivers in Latest Brazzers Release

Studio exclusives Girthmasterr and Kayley Gunner star in the latest release from Brazzers, "Postmaster Girth."

Eva Nyx Stars in Latest From New Sensations

Eva Nyx stars with Danny Mountain in the latest release from New Sensations.

Kitana Montana Makes Directorial Debut With New DVD Release

Kitana Montana has made her directorial debut with her new DVD release, “Goddess Cuckold.”

Jason Luv on Balancing Stardom, Strength and Self-Mastery

For Jason Luv, it all started with being in the right place at the right time. “Vixen Media Group was looking for new male talent,” he recalls. “They found me from a previous modeling shoot and reached out. That’s where my career began.”

Nata Gold, Zazie Skymm Star in Latest From MixedX

Nata Gold and Zazie Skymm star in the latest release from MixedX, titled “Love Me or Hate Me.”

Zariah Aura, Emma Rosie Front Latest From TransAngels

Zariah Aura and Emma Rosie star in the latest release from TransAngels, titled “Trick or Treating Ourselves.”

Show More