Ovidie RAZIEL
Director, Ecrivain.e, Actor/Actress, Writer, Journaliste
France
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Ovidie is a French director, producer, author and former pornographic actress.
Ovidie began her career in the adult film industry in the early 2000s. She quickly became an iconic figure in the genre because of her feminist approach to porn and her willingness to challenge industry stereotypes and conventions.
In 2004, Ovidie decided to leave the porn industry and focus on directing. She has made several documentaries and short films, tackling subjects such as sexuality, pornography, gender relations and feminism. Her work is often acclaimed for its critical eye and its willingness to give a voice to marginalized voices.
In addition to her career as a filmmaker, Ovidie has written several books, including Porno Manifesto (2002) and Sexpowerment (2017), in which she addresses issues related to sexuality, feminism and pornography.
Ovidie’s career has been marked by her commitment to an alternative and inclusive vision of sexuality, as well as her desire to break the taboos and norms of the porn industry. She continues to be an influential voice in the field of sexuality and culture in France.