Quick Snaps: The Paramount is Shy

I wasn't planning to take a picture of the Paramount Theatre's marquee last night when I got to the theater for the opening-night Fantastic Fest festivities. But as I walked by, I saw the asterisks and couldn't resist. The historic, venerable Austin theater apparently felt reticent about posting the word "SEX" on its front facade, although "PORNO" was considered okay. What can I say, I was amused.

I'm wondering if the Paramount has previously used asterisks for words on its marquee -- does anyone know? Or were they simply feeling a bit awkward about the whole "air sex" concept? Seeing the Air Sex Championships last night on the stage of the Paramount, I might understand, a little. I've posted an example photo from the event after the jump.

More Fantastic Fest coverage to come ... don't go away! I haven't yet posted the photos of the air-sex team that include Sarah Palin and John McCain look-alikes, as well as a giant moose. Oh yeah, I have pictures of Kevin Smith too.