Pierre Woodman, born Pierre André Nicolas Gerbier on April 29, 1963, in Auvergne, France, is a renowned French pornographic film director, actor, and photographer. Best known for his 'Casting X' series under Woodman Casting X, he specializes in auditions featuring first-time female models engaging in explicit acts like rough anal sex and double penetration. Woodman served in the army at 17, became a policeman, then transitioned to photography in 1986. He co-launched Hot Video magazine in 1989 and joined Private Media Group in 1992, directing hits like The Pyramid and Tatiana. He launched Casting X in 1997, produced Superfuckers in 1999, and founded Woodman Entertainment in 2006 after working with Hustler. His series boasts over 225 DVDs. Controversies include consent violation allegations from models like Lana Rhoades. He has won multiple Hot d'Or awards and has four children.