LONDON — Harmony Films and its retail arm each received an award from UK-based industry magazine Erotic Trade Only, acknowledging the mix of high production values, gifted performers and steamy performances in its titles, as well as providing a sophisticated, high-end buying experience to the buying public.

ETO awarded Harmony Films’ “Young Harlots: Riding School” Best British R18 DVD and the Harmony store at 167 Charing Cross Road in central London won Best Individual Store on Sunday, July 27. Harmony’s Oxford Street store was also nominated for this year’s Best Individual Store award and the company won ETO’s Best British Film Brand in 2007.

“We’re very pleased that ETO recognizes the work and quality we put into our productions,” Jason Maskell, Harmony Films’ sales and marketing manager, said. “‘Young Harlots: Riding School’ is not only one of our best movies, it’s also representative of all the movies we shoot. Beautiful women, amazing locations and unparalleled action are in every Harmony Films title.

“Today’s consumers demand excellence and we not only provide that with our movies, but in our stores as well. Our three locations are inviting to men and women alike and our knowledgeable staff maintains the highest standards of customer service. A win for one of our stores is a win for all our stores and we’re proud of Charing Cross Road’s Best Individual Store trophy, as well as Oxford Street store’s nomination.”

Harmony’s webpage can be found at harmonyuk.com with links to B2B and press information; its myspace page can be found at
www.myspace.com/harmonyfilms.