Malcom Stephen Worob, better known as Pornographer Carter Stevens, is widely regarded as one of the pioneers of American East Coast adult cinema in the 1970s. Born and raised in the suburbs during the 1950s, Stevens pursued a degree in Photographic Science at the prestigious Rochester Institute of Technology.
Stevens' interest in filmmaking was sparked while working as a supervisor at a New York City movie lab, where he began to make feature films in the early 1970s. His debut film, The Collegiates (1973),was a tongue-in-cheek romp that showcased his unique blend of humor and sensuality.
Throughout the 1970s, Stevens' films were known for their lighthearted and mildly comic tone, often featuring a cast of memorable characters and storylines. In contrast, his 1980s films tended to be darker and more serious, reflecting a shift in his artistic approach.
In addition to his work behind the camera, Stevens also acted in numerous X-rated pictures, often under the pseudonym Steven Mitchell. He frequently collaborated with actress Marlene Willoughby, and worked alongside other notable hardcore performers such as Serena, Jamie Gillis, Harry Reems, Georgina Spelvin, Eric Edwards, Marc Stevens, and Robert Kerman.
In the early 1980s, Stevens reinvented himself as the editor and publisher of "The S&M News," a popular fetish paper that became the third-largest of its kind in America. He largely retired from the porn industry in the late 1990s, but has since contributed to DVD releases of his films with interviews and commentaries.
Stevens' contributions to the adult entertainment industry were recognized with a lifetime achievement award in directing from the Free Speech Coalition in 2004, as well as his induction into the AVN Hall of Fame on January 10, 2009.
