LOS ANGELES — Adult movie director and founder of Sssh.com Angie Rowntree announced today she has released a non-explicit, R-rated version of her latest flick, "Invictus," with the goal of driving widespread release to reach new audiences "with this important message."
Rowntree said, “'Invictus' is the first of my films in which I’ve touched on politics and issues that are important to me. In making available an R-rated version people can watch for free, my hope is that I can introduce Invictus to more people and encourage discussion about the extreme challenges and difficulties humanity could soon face, unless we get serious about addressing things like climate change, extreme nationalism and governmental corruption.”
An erotic foray into a dystopian near-future, "Invictus" is the story of scientist Jane Darling (played by Delirious Hunter) who is determined to combat "the social and environmental decay into which the world has descended."
As she struggles to survive the wasteland which surrounds her and make it to the rendezvous point where she is to meet a former colleague, she encounters Paul Young (Joeydotrawr, Hunter’s husband in real life). Paul is a journalist who escaped what is described as "the government’s crackdown on the independent press and has been in hiding ever since."
At first out of curiosity, then later as a devoted convert to her cause, Paul joins Jane on her quest to fight back against the forces "which continue to tear the world apart."
Hunter said, "I loved playing Jane Darling. The character of Jane that Angie created is a combination of soft yet badass, strong yet breakable. There are so many reasons why this film is important from political, environmental, social and civil issues. I’m proud and honored to have been part of this movie. Sssh.com and Angie are true visionaries in how they combine powerful storylines with the beautiful rawness of sex.
“Jane is not a victim, not merely a survivor, but a fighter,” Hunter added.. “It’s important that women are represented as diverse and strong in their own right.”
Critics who have reviewed it have "taken note of how 'Invictus,' like much of Rowntree’s previous work, delves into territory which is non traditional for an adult film, yet compelling and thought-provoking."
Rich Moreland (@pornofeminism) wrote, "'Invictus' is as much a tale steeped in symbolism as it is an adult film highlighting nudity and lovemaking. Because it is a rare combination of literary expression and art mixed with see-it-all sex. Is 'Invictus' part of an alternative genre created by independent filmmakers who believe uninhibited sexual expression is part of their storytelling and, by extension, the development of their characters? 'Invictus' does just that.”
Peg Aloi (formerly of The Boston Phoenix) characterizes the movie as a "dark-toned post-Trumpian fable" with a "'Walking Dead' vibe" that employs "gorgeous cinematography and top-notch love scenes."
The free R-rated version of "Invictus" is available to view here. An explicit version of the "Invictus" trailer can be viewed here.
