Ouroboros, directed by Dwam, is an arousing nine-minute short film. Without any dialogue, the film relies on the expressive power of its performers—Bishop Black, Dante Dionys, and Ursinae Vespéral—who craft a tender yet primal choreography of connection.
This French short, showcased at renowned festivals such as the Berlin Porn Film Festival and the Athens Porn Film Festival, breaks away from mainstream porn conventions and offers an intimate yet artistic experience filled with desire. It feels almost like a dance.
An Alchemical Circle of Desire
The title Ouroboros refers to the ancient symbol of a serpent consuming its own tail—a metaphor for the eternal cycles of creation, destruction, and renewal. This concept runs throughout the film. Through raw yet artful cinematography, the performers present a dynamic interplay where roles fluidly shift, and opposites like tenderness and roughness merge seamlessly. Their movements embody the essence of the ouroboros—opposing forces dissolve into one another, creating new connections in their place.
Aesthetic and Meaning
Ouroboros is more than an erotic film: it is a statement on the diversity of bodies, genders, and desires. The camera captures intimate moments with cinematic precision, without ever feeling voyeuristic. Every touch, every glance contributes to the narrative, and the absence of dialogue amplifies the focus on the bodies and their sensual language.
A Work of Queer Eroticism
Curated by Shine Louise Houston on PinkLabel.TV, Ouroboros is part of a collection distinguished by original concepts and the portrayal of underrepresented desires. The film challenges conventional norms of pornography by celebrating queer identities and the beauty of diversity. Tags like queer porn and threesome are more than keywords—they signify a work that embraces eroticism as art.
Festival Successes
Ouroboros has been recognized at festivals around the world, including:
- Official Selection, Berlin Porn Film Festival 2019
- Official Selection, My Porny Valentine 2020, Beursschouwburg
- Official Selection, Athens Porn Film Festival 2020
- Nominee, La Fête du Slip 2020
