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Little Orphan Dusty (1978): This film, featuring adult film legend John Holmes, showcased Petty's readiness to embrace unconventional scenes, including fisting, a contentious theme for the time.
The Greatest Little Cathouse in Las Vegas (1982): Marking the debut of Laurie Rose—who would later marry John Holmes—Petty's performance further solidified her as a leading actress in the adult film scene.
During her peak years, Petty was renowned for her fearless portrayals and exploration of various themes, including lesbian scenes, reflecting the growing acceptance of such subjects in adult films. The late 1970s and early 1980s proved to be a transformative period for the adult film industry, with artists like Petty at the forefront of this evolution.