"Focus/ReFocus’ Mainstream Release with R-Rating

An R-rated version of Raging Stallion Studios’ noir-esque gay adult opus Focus/ReFocus has been picked up Breaking Glass Pictures for mainstream distribution. The “retail-friendly” DVD is expected to debut March 30.

“This is the first time RSS has ventured into the non-porn entertainment industry,” Raging Stallion President Chris Ward said. “We shot Focus/ ReFocus with the idea that it could be reworked into a mainstream release. What surprised all of us was how excited the distributors were to get their hands on this movie. Obviously here at RSS, we are all proud that our work quality is now considered up to Hollywood standards.”

Even without the hardcore gay sex—or maybe especially without the XXX content—Focus/ReFocus is a plot-driven murder mystery that employs tone and storytelling devices reminiscent of classic 1950s film noir. Dimarco said gay adult audiences and reviewers have reacted positively to the movie, and he is eager to discover how mainstream consumers will respond—particularly since he always has employed Hollywood sensibilities in his projects.

Tony Dimarco will get the solo credited as the director in the mainstream version unlike the XXX with Chris Ward and Ben Leon. “Although Ben and I directed some of the footage utilized in the non-porn version, Tony directed 90 percent of it,” Ward explained. “Ultimately, this movie is his, and he has earned solo director credit.”