LOS ANGELES — Sparks Entertainment will host the red-carpet premiere of its forthcoming feature “Maid to Kill” at the Landmark theater in Westwood, California on Tuesday, July 19, with festivities starting at 6 p.m. (PDT).

“Maid to Kill” is described as Hitchcockian sci-fi thriller set in the future where criminals are sentenced to a life of servitude. A secret government agency recruits an ex-criminal (Lily Larimar) to pose as a maid and complete a clandestine caper.

In addition to Larimar, cast members Aiden Ashley, Anna Claire Clouds, Ana Foxxx, Isiah Maxwell and Kira Noir will be in attendance alongside director of photography Mad Creativity and producer, writer and director Harry Sparks.

“There’s nothing like seeing your work on the big screen with an audience. I love the immediate feedback when the audience reacts in real-time to what’s happening on the screen,” said Sparks. “The industry, as well as fans, are invited to the event. I’m really excited for the red carpet and screening, and I know it will be well-attended.”

Admission is free, but all attendees must be 18-or-over; click here to reserve a ticket and for additional details.

Find additional content, including behind-the-scenes footage and interviews, at Sparks-Entertainment.com, view a trailer on YouTube and follow the studio on Twitter.

LOS ANGELES — BranditScan has launched a blog that will host various original and guest content pieces with a focus on creator education, particularly in regards to online protection.

The blog will be managed by BranditScan’s own marketing team, and will publish weekly articles on topics related to security such as content piracy and catfishing.

“In this day and age when content theft is so rampant, it is so important that models know how to best protect themselves and their content online,” said BranditScan community manager Jessica Hookimaw. “That is especially true if they are looking to grow their business success. We want to provide a place where anyone can have access to such information and be supported in what they do.”

In addition to information about preventing content theft and online security, the blog will also host various other articles related to the business of content creation such as workspace design and how to best work with photographers.

Models who are looking to pen a guest post should reach out and pitch ideas at jessica@branditscan.com.

For more information, visit the BranditScan Blog and follow them on Twitter.

LOS ANGELES — OEJ Novelty (Our Erotic Journey) has released a series of product demo videos on its official YouTube channel.

The series comprises “up-close-and-personal product staging of its most exciting new pleasure and wellness devices,” noted a rep, such as the OEJ to Space Collection’s Solar Ring, Cosmo Critter, Eclipse Bunny and Gravity Rocket, including a sneak preview of each item, a description of its functionality, general information and warranty information.

“With today’s retail landscape constantly changing and evolving, we wanted to get as much information as possible to the consumer about our products,” a rep said. “The consumer now has so many choices when it comes to their sexual wellness needs that as a manufacturer, you have to figure out ways to reach target audiences.”

Additionally, customers can also scan the items’ QR codes with their mobile devices, and access to all pertinent information about the product.

“The mobile link takes prospective buyers to an easy-to-use menu where they can choose from a demo video that includes a full description of the toy and its specifications, or access the brand’s five-year warranty information,” noted the rep.

“This useful consumer tool also benefits OEJ’s participating retailers, as no one could expect that store employees would know everything about each individual product they carry,” the rep added. “Now with just a swipe of a finger, they can answer a potential customer’s questions, even if they are a new employee or have not received a full training on a particular product. The more information that is easily available and on hand, the better.”

The feature is currently available for the company’s OEJ to Space collection will be incorporated into all products moving forward, as well as existing items.

Visit OEJ Novelty online and on Twitter and YouTube.

TORONTO — Cam platform Tempted.com has rolled out a new feature that lets followers meet their favorite creators, or “Temptations,” before subscribing and becoming fans.

Creators have already had the option of using “Public mode” and doing SFW shows for free to attract more subscribers. Now, both fans (aka subscribers) and non-fans can talk to creators, and vice-versa, for free in Public Mode.

“This gives them a chance to meet their favorite Temptation, see if she regularly updates her content, does live shows and is active on the Tempted platform,” said a rep.

According to the company, “anyone can access Public mode, but if they want to talk to a Temptation when broadcasting in Public mode, and they’re not subscribed yet, they’ll receive an alert message when Temptations send them out. During the free live show in Public mode, the Temptation will let her fans know what will happen in her private show, or she’ll introduce herself, if she is a new Temptation, or she’ll let the followers know that she’ll be broadcasting some minutes before switching to Private mode. In both cases, the follower will need to subscribe to continue.

“She might even get topless, but free shows are mostly SFW,” the rep added.

Tempted.com spokesperson Eve described the new feature as “a great sales tool for Temptations because it allows them to introduce themselves and start a real conversation with their followers. The followers like it because they get just a taste of their favorite Temptation, and it leaves them wanting more and subscribing. This try-before-you-buy sales model will really boost subscriptions and give the fans peace of mind that they made the right choice.”

For more information, visit Tempted.com and follow the platform on Twitter and Instagram.

HOLLYWOOD, Calif. — Will Ryder has wrapped principal production on his sci-fi thriller “Artificial Heart” for Adam & Eve Pictures.

The feature stars Kira Noir, playing an AI robot named Dana, alongside Tyler Cruise and Maria Kazi as innocent young couple Michael and Mandy.

Kiara Cole, Pristine Edge, Zerella Skies, Athena Anderson, Mazy Myers, Brad Newman, Rob Carpenter, Rusty Nails and Frank Bukkwyd round out the cast.

“The script originally read like a quaint Doris Day/Rock Hudson romantic comedy, but that was before Will locked himself in a dark room and binged on Hitchcock and Blumhouse scary movies,” said a rep. 

“Well, it’s not exactly a Doris Day romcom anymore,” Ryder quipped.

Soon to marry his college sweetheart, Michael is offered a company cash bonus to beta-test a new “home helper” AI device. The naive software engineer-in-training figures he has nothing to lose, and could use the extra money. But the helpful robot swiftly turns into a nightmare as Michael and Mandy become desperate to figure out a way to stop the out-of-control robot that has “fallen in love” with him — and into a deep hatred for her.

“We absolutely loved the story when we first read it,” noted Adam & Eve Pictures’ head of production Rachel V.

“Even with this being a thriller featuring artificial intelligence, there is still a very human element at the core, which makes this a beautiful love story, I think,” she said. 

“A love story with blood, knives and sheer terror,” added Ryder, who called the project “a fantastic collaboration with my buddies Deanzy and Frank Bukkwyd.”

“Artificial Heart” will be released later this year by Adam & Eve Pictures.

NEW JERSEY — Content creator Aria Khaide’s first trans clip, featuring Erica Cherry, will debut on both OnlyFans and ManyVids this Thursday.

“In this sensual scene, Aria invites Erica over so they can relax and hang out,” a rep said. “When Aria notices Erica’s bra strap is showing, she steers the conversation to how she doesn’t wear undies and flashes Erica. This leads to lots of erotic kissing, nipple licking, a blowjob and Aria riding Erica in cowgirl for a creampie finish.”

Khaide enthused about the experience.

“I had such an amazing time working with Erica,” she said. “I loved making out with her, and even more when I rode her until she gave me my favorite ending: a creampie.”

In other news, Khaide is booking for shoots in New Jersey from July 5-12, Boston from July 13-15 and Chicago from Aug. 2-5.

Direct booking inquiries to bookak@protonmail.com.

Follow Aria Khaide on Twitter and find all of her premium social media links here.

LOS ANGELES — Britney Amber is inviting her fans and followers to cast a ManyVids Community Awards ballot for her in the category of Positivity Star of the Year.

“As Britney’s fans are aware, the buxom beauty creates fun and sexy hardcore [clips] for her ManyVids page. With various themes for adults to enjoy, Britney offers viewers a multitude of unique content,” a rep said. “The ManyVids Community Awards celebrate the camaraderie on its platform and shine a light on the unique talents that make up ManyVids.”

“The Positivity Star of the Year award honors the ManyVids creator whose irresistible positivity uplifts everyone, added the rep.

Click here to cast a ballot; membership, which includes a free option, is required to vote. Voting concludes Sunday, July 3, at 5 p.m. (PDT).

“I’m glad I could be recognized for my positivity,” Amber said. “In addition to the sexiness that I present, I also look to engage my fans with lighthearted and uplifting content.”

Follow Britney Amber on Twitter and ManyVids and find all of her premium social media links here.

PATTAYA, Thailand — The “Kinky Koach” duo Stephanie & Fox from EvolveYourIntimacy.com are the featured guests this week on “Adult Site Broker Talk,” the business-oriented podcast from AdultSiteBroker.com.

“Stephanie and Fox are a dynamic duo who have a passion for helping others discover their relationships’ true potential through their platform, the Kinky Koach,” said Bruce F, host of the show and CEO of AdultSiteBroker. “Bringing together professional educators and users, they [launched] a podcast for education on intimacy, relationships, sex-ed and communication, and EvolveYourIntimacy, a guidance center providing counseling, coaching, workshops, retreats and education for those seeking to educate, enlighten and evolve their intimacy.”

The duo met on a dating app for “a quick hookup [and] immediately knew that this relationship had the potential to be much more and are now life partners.”

“This was one of our more fascinating conversations,” Bruce said. “Stephanie and Fox have a unique take on relationships and are great ambassadors for the kink and swinger lifestyles.”

The interview can be found here.

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WASHINGTON — In response to a Wired article published today warning that Section 230 is a “last line of defense for abortion speech online,” the law’s co-writer Sen. Ron Wyden (D-Oregon) vowed to “keep fighting like hell” to protect it.

Repeating the headline of the Wired piece, which emphasizes the centrality of Section 230 as “the First Amendment of the internet” and a bulwark against attacks on free speech, Wyden tweeted that “Section 230 is the last line of defense keeping abortion information online and accessible in the post-Roe world.

“I will keep fighting like hell to protect this law that I authored so women have access to the health care information they need,” Wyden added.

The Wired article shared by Wyden was co-written by Evan Greer and Lia Holland of nonprofit advocacy group Fight for the Future.

Greer and Holland point out that a large number of Wyden’s fellow Democrats — among them some of the most powerful, including the President and the Vice President — who have been “misguidedly attacking” Section 230 of the Communications Decency Act need to “wake up now.”

If they “don’t start listening to the warnings of human rights experts, sex workers, LGBTQ+ folks and reproductive rights groups,” Greer and Holland wrote, “Democrats could help right-wing zealots achieve their goal: mass censorship of online content about abortion.”

Section 230, the authors opine, is “the last line of defense keeping reproductive health care support, information and fundraising online. Under Section 230, internet platforms that host and moderate user-generated content cannot generally be sued for that content. Section 230 is not absolute. It does not provide immunity if the platform develops or creates the content, and it does not provide immunity from the enforcement of federal criminal laws. But, crucially, it does protect against criminal liability from state laws.”

Section 230 is universally considered by digital rights advocates as a crucial bulwark against state and corporate censorship of controversial speech, including sexual expression and legal adult content.

To read Evan Greer and Lia Holland’s complete opinion piece, visit Wired.com.