Mike Adriano

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Mike Adriano
Born (1980-06-30) 30 June 1980 (age 43) [1]
Other namesMike [1]
Height6 ft 0 in (1.83 m)
Website mikeadriano.com

Mike Adriano (born 30 June 1980) [2] is an adult content producer and director. [1] He has been nominated for best director awards at several recent AVN Award, XBIZ Award and XRCO Award ceremonies. [3] [4] [5] [6] [7]

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Gonzo pornography

Adriano is recognized as a major director in the genre of hardcore gonzo pornography. [8] Some of the distinctive characteristics of his work: a very liberal use of lubricants, very lengthy scenes (over one hour), [8] :341 and graphic focus on the purely physical aspects of sex. [8] :341 [9]

Influence

Porn star and director Bonnie Rotten has credited Adriano with inspiring and encouraging her to direct. [10] Porn star Candice Dare has expressed her liking for working with Adriano. [9]

Awards

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References

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