Wicked Pictures has concluded production on its new psychological crime thriller, "Reputation," co-directed by Michael Vegas and Siouxsie Q. The film features a cast including Gal Ritchie, Charles Dera, Alison Rey, and multi-XMAs winner Zac Wild.

Production Details for 'Reputation'

Production for "Reputation" wrapped on July 7, 2026, in Montreal. The film is a psychological crime thriller from Wicked Pictures. Michael Vegas and Siouxsie Q co-directed the project.

The cast for "Reputation" includes Gal Ritchie, Charles Dera, Alison Rey, Ameena Green, Nina Nova, Summer Col, Scarlett Alexis, Nicole Kitt, Dany Sinclair, and multi-XMAs winner Zac Wild.

The synopsis for "Reputation" describes the plot: "Former LAPD detective turned criminology professor Gillian Sterling (Ritchie) is drawn back into active investigations after a string of women disappear. Reuniting with her former partner, Det. Alex Fletcher (Wild), Gillian is forced to confront old relationships, departmental corruption, and an increasingly personal investigation tied to a secretive roleplay app. As the case spirals deeper into obsession and deception, she discovers that reputations can be carefully crafted — and dangerously misleading."

Director Insights

Michael Vegas commented on the project, stating he had "always wanted to make a cop movie," and that setting it in Los Angeles made it "even more exciting." Vegas highlighted the "chemistry between Zac and Gal," noting their relationship became "the emotional heartbeat of the film." He also mentioned Charles Dera's performance as a police sergeant, describing it as "everything you could hope for."

Siouxsie Q also provided comments on the collaboration with Wicked for "Reputation." Q stated that the project allowed them "to create something that feels both thrilling and deeply personal." Q described the film as "a procedural thriller that explores power, corruption, and identity through complex characters and emotional performances." Q expressed pride in the cast's accomplishments, specifically mentioning Alison Rey and the ensemble of women, who Q said "brought remarkable authenticity and heart to the story."

Other Industry News

In other industry news on July 7, 2026, Leilani Li starred in Grooby VR's "Worshipping Leilani." Gigi Dior performed her first DP alongside multi-XMA winners Christian Clay and Vince Karter in the first scene from Elegant Angel's "MILF Performers of the Year 2026." Violet Myers led Digital Playground's limited series "The Double Agents" with Lucas Frost. Holly Randall Agency and Stripchat announced their third collaboration. Tiffani Time made her Girlfriends Films debut opposite Penelope Snaps in "Bad Lesbians 22: Scene 1."

News from July 6, 2026, included Sofia Smith, Ria Sunn, and Lexi Star headlining the fifth volume of director Angelo Godshack’s "Angels of Hardcore" from Evil Angel. Isa Bella and Scarlette Moon toplined Girlfriends Films' "Married to Him, Craving Her." Girlsway released the new drama "Straight Girls" from multi-XMAs winner Casey Calvert. Juliana Marie starred with Lana Gee and Danny Mountain in TeamSkeet’s "Singles" series scene "Dad’s Safety Lessons: I Caught Them Riding a Dildo Bike." Milena Ray performed her first DVP alongside Matt Bird, Terry Banks, and "Porno Dan" Leal in a trilogy from Immoral Productions.

Key Facts

  • Wicked Pictures wrapped production on "Reputation" on July 7, 2026.
  • The film is a psychological crime thriller co-directed by Michael Vegas and Siouxsie Q.
  • The cast includes Gal Ritchie, Charles Dera, Alison Rey, Ameena Green, Nina Nova, Summer Col, Scarlett Alexis, Nicole Kitt, Dany Sinclair, and Zac Wild.
  • The story features Gal Ritchie as former LAPD detective Gillian Sterling and Zac Wild as Det. Alex Fletcher.
  • Michael Vegas noted the chemistry between Zac Wild and Gal Ritchie as the "emotional heartbeat" of the film.
  • Siouxsie Q highlighted Alison Rey and the ensemble of women for their "authenticity and heart."