In “Chasing Pavement,” Remy Mars takes on the role of Elijah Young, an adult film star on the verge of leaving the industry to pursue a culinary career. His new housemate, Takeshi, portrayed by Tokio Sasaki, is a Japanese immigrant eager to reinvent himself in the tech sector. Feeling overlooked in America, Takeshi becomes fixated on his highly noticeable roommate, leading to a boundary-crossing moment that results in an unforgettable shared intimacy. The film also features Antonio Biaggi as Bryson Colon, a man with a complicated history who regularly employs Elijah as an escort but desires a deeper connection.