Austin King and Andrew Curse don’t know who the big winners will be at Saturday's AVN Awards in Las Vegas

But they definitely have opinions on who should win.

Or at least be heavily considered.

King, PornCrush’s founder and editor, recently connected with Curse - the adult industry’s top film critic - to analyze the AVN Awards’ premier categories.

You won’t find a better primer heading into Saturday's ceremony than this breakdown from two of the industry’s most plugged-in experts.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Awards Season and Discussion Format

01:08 Best Anal Scene Highlights

07:18 Best Girl-Girl Scene Insights

11:20 Exploring Other Scene Categories

18:22 Directors and Their Impact on Adult Film

24:10 Feature Films and Their Standout Moments

29:09 Best Boy-Girl Scene Contenders

37:02 Trans Performer of the Year Discussion

45:20 Best New Starlet Predictions

51:04 The Allure of Performers: Aesthetic Appeal

54:14 Emerging Stars: Ivy Ireland and Stella Lux

57:42 The Impact of Social Media and Industry Ambassadors

01:00:22 The Controversy of Nominations: Ellie Clutch's Unique Position

01:02:19 The Future of Newcomers: Rising Stars and Missed Opportunities

01:10:06 The Race for Performer of the Year: Top Contenders

01:19:50 The Evolution of Performers: From Newcomers to Industry Leaders

01:29:01 The Importance of Authenticity in Performance

01:38:11 The Next Generation: Young Performers Making Waves

01:47:35 Reflections on the Industry: Celebrating Talent and Growth