Back Issues: The Hustler Magazine Story

“Back Issues” is an authoritative documentary exploring the history of the adult magazine Hustler, tracing its origins from a nightclub concept to its evolution in the modern era of pornography. Directed by Michael Lee Nirenberg, whose father was among the pioneering art directors during the 1970s and 80s, the film offers a comprehensive examination of the individuals and elements that contributed to Hustler’s reputation as the most provocative magazine ever. For the first time, the narrative is shared by the publisher, along with editors, cartoonists, models, lawyers, art directors, and cultural icons.