Whether you are a content creator, performer or porn consumer, you have probably already noticed that taboo-themed videos are regularly trending on many top sites. Or if you are like me, you most likely have received many custom video requests with a taboo theme to it. It’s no secret that there is a huge demand for content like this. But why? Well, let’s indulge.
Defining Taboo
I have found that we all have our own sexual journey. If done in a consenting and ethical way, porn and sex can give us more than just an orgasm.
Taboo is something that is viewed as “forbidden” by society’s standards. Therefore, it is something that is often rarely talked about openly. I guess we are all more like Eve in the Garden of Eden, after all, in wanting that forbidden fruit. Perhaps it’s reverse psychology in wanting something that we can’t have? Or maybe it’s more complex than that?
Types of Taboo
Incest Play
The most common taboo we see is “incest play,” porn scenarios with pretend family members. Of course, it’s all a fantasy and we are not really having sex with our relatives. I have seen the storylines of incest gradually become longer and more realistic. Xev Bellringer and “Pure Taboo” are my favorite examples of this theme.
Animal Taboo
Another popular taboo is “animal taboo” which has inspired not only amazing fetish clothing, but also toys such as “bad dragon” to help consumers and creators fulfill this “bestiality” type fantasy in an ethical way. There is a whole community of “furries” where people dress up in animal costumes and roleplay this taboo, like the model Emma’s Secret Life who does an amazing job completing these fantasies.
Religion Taboo
This one is very touchy, because the taboo has to deal with sexualizing a sacred religion. We see the common roleplaying of a performer dressed as a nun, but this taboo had boundaries pushed for example by Mia Khalifa's infamous “hijab” video, which resulted in her life being threatened by religious extremists. I feel the adult community still struggles where the boundaries lie with this taboo.
Age Play
This is the taboo where the consenting participants treat the age player as a different age than their actual one, ranging from baby-like to elderly. Sometimes, all someone needs is to be talked to like a baby and get diapered. Because, let’s be honest — adulting is hard. I am so happy this taboo gives many of us this magical escape. My personal favorite examples of models who do age play quite well are Penny Barber and Tara Tainton.
Necrophilia
Necrophilia is the fantasy of having sex with a dead person. Which yes, can be done in an ethical way, for example: taking an ice bath and laying there by pretending you are, well, “dead.” This also ties in with consensual non-consent also know as “rape fantasy,” which is a personal taboo fantasy I have. I believe this particular taboo turns me on because I was brought up to save myself for marriage, dress modestly and not do anything that could “provoke” the opposite sex.
I believe I like the idea of roleplaying me being “forced” because I wouldn’t have to feel like a “slut.” It wasn’t my choice to have sex, therefore there is nothing that I can do about it and I won’t feel guilty. It’s my personal escape for having sex without the weight of guilt that Christianity has placed on my sexual desire. I should mention that this is all very subconscious for me, but I had to dig pretty deep to discover why this taboo turns me on so much.
Now, as I previously stated, the list could go on and on with types of taboo such as race play, scat play, painful torture, etc. At the end of the day taboo will always offend someone, push a boundary and create controversy. Just remember that porn is a result of what consumers want to watch and taboo scenarios are a direct result. This isn’t a black and white subject. There is much grey area.
My Personal Experience With Taboo in My Career
My career really took off after I filmed my first mommy roleplay custom video. I was hesitant at first because I wasn’t an actual “MILF.” I was in my early 20s and I didn’t know if I had what it takes to pull this look off. I put on my pearls and my tightest MILF-y looking outfit that a young girl in her early 20s would own. I figured I already have played a teacher without actually being one, so why can’t the mommy role be the same? On May 3 in 2018, I posted my video “Mommy and Son Almost Caught by Daddy” and a couple days later I fulfilled another custom request, which was posted on May 5 titled “Mommy Takes Care of Son.” After those videos, my sales were rising, my inbox was filled with mommy custom requests and I was getting positive feedback throughout the internet. I had finally found my niche and it was a taboo one.
I guess I did have the MILF look after all. I have come to find that playing a mommy is all in the attitude. I have played everything between a mean and a very sweet mommy. I love being a mommy who does taboo things such as having sex with my “son,” which is usually my dildo. My mommy videos usually start out with me being a very sweet mommy, which escalates with me becoming a sex-crazed mom who usually ends up screaming things such as “mommy loves that young cock in her wet cunt.” My neighbors must think I have quite the interesting sex life.
As for why everyone wants to get off to the thought of fucking their family members, there is definitely a mystery. The incest taboo is certainly not black and white and for most of us, our parents are usually our first love.
Now, human sexuality is very complex and there are many factors that play into it. I am no expert, but I am a sex worker, so I will tell you what I have learned, particularly in regards to mommy roleplay. For instance, one of my custom video clients wanted me to repeat many times “mommy loves you” because his own mom never said it, and there are videos which end in me being dominated by the son because he becomes the “man of the house” and even videos where I never get naked, but just talk. No matter the theme though, I’ve found my videos bring a lot of positivity to my supporters. I have received countless emails praising my taboo videos, one of which I would like to share below:
Annabelle,
I'm a huge fan of your work. I've watched many of your videos multiple times and am always taken aback by how perfectly you nail the nurturing mommy vibe.
I grew up without a mother, she left right after she had me and it's been a void in my life that's developed into some of my kinks. I've never written an email like this but you fulfill those fantasies in ways no one else has.
I live in NC myself. I'm writing to tell you how much your videos have done for me and to see if you'd be at all interested in filming one. I hope this isn't too weird or anything, but I've found your videos to be almost like therapy.
I've attached some pictures of myself. I look forward to hearing back from you.
Sincerely,
“Taylor”
In case you’re curious, “Taylor” is an attractive blonde-bearded man and a huge motivator as to why I keep on sharing my naked body with the world. I have found that we all have our own sexual journey. If done in a consenting and ethical way, porn and sex can give us more than just an orgasm. So I encourage you all to embrace and explore your own sexuality.
What Taboo Roleplay Gives Us
At the end of the day, taboo will always offend someone, push a boundary and create controversy. This is the beautiful thing about porn — it gives us all a safe escape to our darkest secrets and desires. Whether you are a creator, a consumer or maybe both, I encourage you to indulge and explore your own taboos. Just remember to pay for your porn or make sure you are getting off to a verified porn video, not a stolen one!
Annabelle Rogers is an XBIZ Cam Awards-nominated content creator who can be followed @TheAnnabelleXXX on Twitter and found as AnnabelleRogers on ManyVids, where she is a highly-ranked MV Girl in the top 15.
