Farewell Scarlet Review
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Posted:Sep 6, 2015 12:23 pm
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Directed by Chuck Vincent. Released by Command Cinema in 1981.
In this tongue in cheek spoof of the murder mystery genre, Scarlet (played by Terri Hall) throws a sex party one night during which all of the attendees are naked and blindfolded so that no one can discern who their playmates are. Not long after the fun begins, Scarlet winds up dead when someone suffocates her by forcing a dildo in her mouth. Given that some of the party attendees are very well-to-do, they say little of what happened to the police, who have come up with no leads. So Scarlet's aunt, Olga Rich (played by Dulce Mann) hires private dick Dexter Sleuth (played by J.P. Paradine) to crack the case. Sleuth tracks down every party attendee including tennis star Bret Volley (played by Eric Edwards) who had planned to marry Scarlet, Senator Gilbert Graft (played by Bob Stevens) who invested in x-rated films made by Sam Smut (played by Douglas Wood), Beatrice Broker (played by Darby Lloyd Rains) who felt threatened that Scarlet would steal her husband Al (played by Roger Caine), Connie Columnist (played by Jennifer Jordan) who despised Scarlet for seducing her lover Rhoda Roomie (played by Katia Mara), and famed actress Celeste Starr (played by Kim Pope) who Scarlet was blackmailing. Even Basil the Butler (played by Marlow Ferguson) is under suspicion. Motives abound in this hot and hilarious whodunnit. Story Grade: A.
This movie was shot on film, which would benefit by a restoration. Medium Grade: A.
Sets were artfully done. Real locations were used and there were some outdoor scenes. Set Design Grade: A.
The sexual performances were good, but generally brief. During the opening orgy scene at the party it's difficult to tell who is who given that characters have not be introduced yet. (Flashbacks later in the film help to resolve this.) Close-up penetration shots are minimal. Performers seemed enthusiastic. Sexual Performances Grade: B+.
There was genuinely good acting from the entire ensemble. Acting Grade: A.
Wardrobe and make-up seemed appropriate for the characters and the gag about what a stereotypical private investigator should wear at the beginning was a nice touch. Wardrobe/Make-up Grade: A.
Some of the scenes could have used a bit more light, but overall lighting was generally consistent. Lighting Grade: B.
The score was good and appropriate. Generally, the sound quality was decent and consistent throughout. Sound Grade: A-.
The script was well-developed and gave sustainable motives for each of the characters. The film was well-shot and well-edited. Directing Grade: A.
There was a definite effort to make an artistic movie. The sets were well done and had a stylistic flare, even in the sparse surroundings of the Eric Edwards/Terri Hall scene. Artistic Merit Grade: A.
OVERALL GRADE: A.
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The Boss Review
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Posted:Sep 5, 2015 11:30 pm
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Directed by Paul Thomas. Released by Fantasy Home Video in 1987.
Angel Kelly plays "The Boss," a woman who listens to others' sexual problems and helps them develop solutions, sometimes even becoming a part of the solution herself. There is no feature-length plot. Story Grade: D-.
This movie was shot on video. Medium Grade: B.
Most of the sets appear to have been built on soundstages; however, they were well-dressed. The bar set looked to be authentic, having Hamm's and Budweiser draft beer, but the establishing shot of Big Mama's was undoubtedly a different location. Set Design Grade: B-.
The sexual performances were all energetic and the performers seemed very enthusiastic. Sexual Performances Grade: A.
Even though there isn't a plot, the stories of the particular characters were portrayed somewhat realistically. Line deliveries felt authentic. Henri Pachard added a little comic relief. Acting Grade: B.
Wardrobe choice were appropriate, although why Shanna McCullough kept her boots on throughout her entire sex scene with Mike Horner and Angel Kelly is unknown. Wardrobe/Make-up Grade: B+.
Lighting levels fluctuated. There was too much direct light at times and the use of the c-light was noticeable. Lighting Grade: C-.
An original song was featured in the soundtrack, but it may have been used too many times throughout the movie. Otherwise, the score felt appropriate. The sound quality was good and consistent throughout. Sound Grade: B.
During Jerry Butler's table-top sex scene with Angel Kelly and Dana Dylan, it appeared that Jerry Butler was leaning against a crew member, who remained in the frame. This movie could have benefited from having a plot given the capable actors appearing in the movie. Directing Grade: C.
The look of the sets, the soundtrack, and the actors chosen for the roles shows that some effort went into this production. A better story would have helped. Artistic Merit Grade: B-.
OVERALL GRADE: B-.
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Dangerous When Wet Review
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Posted:Sep 5, 2015 9:25 pm
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Directed by Adele Robbins. Released by Snowflake Films in 1987. Available on DVD from VCX.
Roger (played by Jerry Butler) and Annie (played by Bionca) have lost the spark in their relationship. They pay to watch another couple (played by Buck Adams and Jeanette Littledove) have sex in order to get aroused and to get some tips; however, they can't seem to duplicate what they see. Instead, they seek arousal elsewhere: Annie with a neighbor (played by Leslie Winston) and Roger with a girl who claims has an orgasm that registers a 4.5 on the Richter Scale (Amber Lynn). In the end, instead of watching their friends have sex, Annie and Roger join them, but whether Annie and Roger can get aroused by themselves is not resolved. Story Grade: C-.
This movie was shot on video. Medium Grade: B.
Real locations were used in this production. There were some outdoor scenes. Set Design Grade: B.
The sexual performances were energetic and the performers seemed enthusiastic. The scenes with Buck Adams and Jeanette Littledove were the most passionate. Amber Lynn was only in one scene, but wasn't even topless in it. Sexual Performances Grade: B+.
Jerry Butler was the best actor of the bunch. His seemingly improvised lines and actions appeared to crack up Bionca on occasion which was entertaining, although it was outside the realm of the story, which was pretty flimsy anyway. The dialogue between Buck Adams and Jeanette Littledove seemed rather stilted. Acting Grade: B-.
Leslie Winston's jogging gear may not have been realistic, but it looked good nonetheless. Jeanette Littledove's wearing of high heels during sex in bed was unrealistic and distracting. Wardrobe/Make-up Grade: B-.
Lighting fluctuations were frequent throughout the movie. The c-light was noticeable in many scenes, even the outdoor Amber Lynn scene. Lighting Grade: D+.
At times, the dialogue sounded muffled and the background score music overpowered what was being said. Sound Grade: D.
The cameraman's foot and a cable were visible in the outdoor Amber Lynn scene. The shadow of the boom mic appeared in another scene. The lesbian scene featured a continuity error. Bionca pulled her shorts down before going into the shed, but they're back on once she's inside. Directing Grade: D+.
Outside of using actual locations for the production, not much artistry seemingly went into this movie. The title doesn't even seem to fit the contents and Jeanette Littledove or Bionca are more deserving to be on the box cover than Amber Lynn. Artistic Merit Grade: C-.
OVERALL GRADE: C.
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The Layout (1986) Review
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Posted:Sep 5, 2015 7:23 pm
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Directed by Gerald Wayne. Released by Cinderella Distributors in 1986.
Recently finding themselves out of jobs because nude photographs of them were published, Bobbi Russell (played by Trinity Loren), Mary Knudsen (played by Kathy Thomas), and Millie Collins (played by Stacey Donovan) turn to having sex in exchange for loan extensions, maintenance work, and other bill payments they can no longer afford to make due to a lack of income. After not getting any financial support from Bill Figgy (played by Randy West), the photographer who released the pictures to Playpen magazine, the girls set out for revenge by having their own photographer, a peeping Tom neighbor named Ralph (played by Tom Byron), photograph Bill having sex and trick him into signing a release for the photos. The girls confront Bill with his pictures and the release and coerce him to pay all of their bills and to be their sex slave to which he begrudgingly agrees. Story Grade: B.
This movie was shot on video. Medium Grade: B.
A real location was used for most of this production. The office set used in the Mauvais DeNoir/Steve Powers scene looked phony and Randy West's photo studio set seemed rather bland. Set Design Grade: C+.
The sexual performances were energetic and the performers seemed enthusiastic. Sexual Performances Grade: A.
Some of Kathy Thomas' line deliveries seemed inauthentic. Tom Byron wasn't given a whole lot of lines at all. The way in which some of the scenes were edited made some of the dialogue seem mechanical. Acting Grade: C.
Kathy Thomas' ensemble when she greets Troy Tannier (playing loan officer A.W. Faber) looked bizarre. Otherwise, costumes looked appropriate. Wardrobe/Make-up Grade: B.
There were lighting fluctuations throughout the movie. At times there was too much direct light. The c-light was noticeable in multiple scenes. Lighting Grade: D+.
The sound quality was decent, although the score was repetitive at times and it also drowned out dialogue on occasion. Sound Grade: C+.
The shadows of boom mics and crew members appeared throughout the movie. The actual boom mic appeared in at least one shot. The intercutting of some of the scenes was distracting, most notably the scene with Mauvais DeNoir and Steve Powers and the scene with Randy West and Jennifer Noxt. Directing Grade: D.
The best looking scene in the movie was undoubtedly the Stacey Donovan/Tom Byron scene. Had this type of lighting been utilized in some of the other scenes, this production could have been more artistic. Given this and the fact that there was a plot, there was an attempt at artistry. Artistic Merit Grade: B.
OVERALL GRADE: C+.
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Peeping Tom (1986) Review
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Posted:Sep 5, 2015 5:00 pm
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Directed by Robert McCallum. Released by Cal Vista in 1986.
Jerry Butler plays William Burke, president of Burke Enterprises, a successful investment firm. Although he has money and power, he has a problem. He can only become aroused when watching other people's intimate moments. However, sometimes the intimate moments he sees aren't real, only imagined. His therapist (played by Kimberly Carson) warns that he is losing grip on reality, and, in fact, he finally does at a "businessman of the year" banquet held in his honor. Once committed to a hospital and confronted with his sexual problem by his therapist, he is able to overcome his arousal problem by watching himself with his therapist in the mirror. Being cured of his penchant for being a peeping Tom and determining reality from fantasy, however, is another matter. Story Grade: B.
This movie was shot on film. Medium Grade: A.
There was a mix of real locations and soundstage-built sets in this production. Burke's office looked phony, as did the banquet hall. However, his house was a real house. Bonus point for including a quick exterior establishing shot of Sportsmen's Lodge on Ventura Boulevard. Set Design Grade: B.
The sexual performances were energetic and performers seemed enthusiastic. The scenes seemed to be a bit longer than usual for movies of this era. (For instance, the Buck Adams/Nina Hartley scene was like two scenes considering he ejaculated twice.) Sexual Performances Grade: A.
Jerry Butler did a fine job carrying the movie. Dialogue was delivered with conviction. Kimberly Carson addressing the camera in the Tracey Adams/Robert Bullock scene was distracting and unnecessary. Buck Adams' character was extremely annoying. Acting Grade: B.
Kimberly Carson's ensemble throughout the film was a bit odd, otherwise wardrobe seemed appropriate. Wardrobe/Make-up Grade: B+.
Lighting quality was good and consistent throughout the movie. Lighting Grade: A.
There was an original song at the beginning of the movie. The score was pretty good. The canned traffic noise during the Tracey Adams/Robert Bullock scene was obviously phony and unnecessary. Sound Grade: A-.
An portion of the film equipment appeared in one shot. Perhaps a more definitive ending could have been warranted. The "facts" about peeping Toms at the end was an odd touch. Directing Grade: B.
The opening scene with Joey Silvera, Shanna McCullough, and Tracy Brooks (as the vacuuming maid) could really have been part of an artcore movie. For some reason, it reminded me of Nightdreams. As it was, it didn't seem to quite fit in with the rest of the film other than it supposedly was one of Burke's fantasies. Artistic Merit Grade: A-.
OVERALL GRADE: B+.
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Crazy With The Heat Review
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Posted:Sep 5, 2015 2:36 pm
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Directed by Robert McCallum. Released by Cal Vista International in 1986.
Joanna Storm plays Laura Welton, a computer design specialist, who suddenly becomes stricken with uncontrollable sexual urges as she signs a contract for a business arrangement with mogul Franklin Ford Delmar (played by Frank Hollowell). Delmar coincidentally also happens to run a sex asylum which has utilized the technology that Laura developed in order to control the sexual urges of its inmates. Despite protestations from her husband Bill (played by Eric Edwards), Laura remains at the asylum for several weeks under the care of Ms. Veltine (played by Tantala Ray). Meanwhile, Bill receives sexual coaching on his own outside the asylum from not only Delmar's wife Ramona (played by Tamara Longley) but from Ms. Veltine herself. Finally, Laura is released once she seems to have her urges under control. But does she? Story Grade: B.
This movie was shot on film. Medium Grade: A.
Real locations were used in this production and there were a few outdoor scenes. A billboard for the film "Legend" can be seen in the nighttime driving scene. The reception area for the asylum was a bit weak. Set Design Grade: A-.
The sex was passionate and performers seemed enthusiastic. Joanna Storm's desire was a little over the top, but it played toward the nature of the character. Sexual Performances Grade: A.
Tantala Ray's performance may have been a bit eccentric. Eric Edwards' character was a bit weak. Ron Jeremy's performance as Snakey was a definite comedic highlight. Acting Grade: B+.
The "sex asylum" T-shirts worn by staff members of the facility were extremely hokey and unrealistic. Being an asylum, inmates wearing robes and slippers would have been more suitable than wearing garters, stockings, and high heels. Wardrobe/Make-up Grade: B-.
Lighting quality was good and consistent throughout. Lighting Grade: A.
This film featured an original song at the opening. The score felt appropriate. Sound quality was good and consistent throughout/ Sound Grade: A.
The establishing shot of Delmar's estate was a bit shaky. The special effect "zap" was rather lame and unnecessary, and the use of a cordless phone to control inmates was laughable. Perhaps there wasn't much of a budget for props. Directing Grade: B.
Some of the shots and camera angles seemed to be done to demonstrate a sense of style. There was definite artistic effort here. Artistic Merit Grade: B+.
OVERALL GRADE: B+.
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Forbidden Fruit Review
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Posted:Sep 4, 2015 9:46 pm
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Directed by Adam. Released by Paradise Visuals in 1984.
Eric Edwards plays Billy, a drifter who rides up to a ranch house on his looking for work. What he finds are Janet (played by Susan Hart), Babs (played by Bunny Bleu), and Joan (played by Candy Shields): three horny sisters who all want to shag Billy and do before their mother, Esther (played by Honey Wilder) gets home. Upon her return home she is "assaulted" by two ranch hands (played by Tom Byron and Greg Rome) after which she is reintroduced to Billy, who as it turns out is no stranger. The two had been lovers years ago, and as it turns out, she divulges to Billy that he is the father of one of the girls. Billy is troubled by this, but cannot rebuff the girls' sexual advances toward him while he tries to sleep that night. The next day after having a three-way with Janet and Esther, Billy decides to leave, believing that Janet is his (even though Esther never confirms his suspicion). Story Grade: B+.
This movie was shot on video, and not great quality video at that. Medium Grade: B-.
A real location was used for this production. There are some outdoor scenes as well. Bonus points for including a Vons grocery store paper bag with the 1984 Los Angeles Summer Olympics logo on it. Set Design Grade: A.
The sexual performances were generally energetic and performers seemed enthusiastic. Sexual Performances Grade: A-.
Even though there isn't much story, Eric Edwards' acting is pretty good. According to the front of the box, he was named Best Actor by the New York Adult Film Critics, although whether or not it was for this role in particular isn't stated. The fight scene didn't look that realistic, nor did the struggle between Esther and the two ranch hands. Acting Grade: B.
The costumes and make-up seemed appropriate for the time period. Wardrobe/Make-up Grade: A.
Lighting was not that good, nor was it consistent from scene to scene or even from shot to shot in a given scene. Some scenes could have been brighter, while others could have been darker. Lighting Grade: D-.
Sound quality was exceptionally poor at times, especially during the outdoor scenes. At times, dialogue was almost inaudible. The score did not always match the mood of the scene and therefore seemed inappropriate. The song "Eat It" by Weird Al Yankovic played in the background during the party sequence with some of the cast members singing along to it. It would be curious to know if permission was given to use the song. Sound Grade: D.
The focus was poor in some shots. There were multiple instances during which the image quality varied from shot to shot in a given scene. The shadow of the boom mic could be seen in one of the scenes. At one point "cut" could be heard off camera at the end of a scene. The slow-motion cum shots didn't seem to be necessary. Directing Grade: D-.
Given that an actual location was used along with outdoor scenes and Eric Edwards was riding a real , there was some attempt made to make a good production. It was the execution of a good idea that fell short. Artistic Merit Grade: C.
OVERALL GRADE: C+.
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The Coming of Christy Review
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Posted:Sep 4, 2015 7:20 pm
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Directed by Tina Marie. Released by Canyon Video in 1990.
Christy Canyon plays Christy, an actress married to Steven (played by Mike Horner), a philandering movie studio executive who cavorts with his secretary, Laura (played by Renee Foxx). Christy is set to begin a new movie directed by Mitch (played by Wayne Summers) and starring Christopher (played by Peter North). There is very little in this movie in terms of plot. Somehow by screwing her agent (played by Madison), Mitch, Laura, Christopher, and a mechanic named Tony (played by T.T. Boy), Christy learns that she can make it on her own without her husband. Story Grade: C.
This movie was shot on video. Medium Grade: B.
The sets in this movie were obviously fake, most notably of which was Steven's office and the phony sky through the phony windows. Set Design Grade: D+.
The sexual performances were pretty decent. Performers seemed enthusiastic, but at times it bordered on artifice. (Christy moaning "Christopher" multiple times during her final sex scene felt inauthentic. Shortening the name to "Chris" may have sounded more realistic.) Sexual Performances Grade: B.
Mike Horner over-acted his role a bit. Many of Christy Canyon's lines lacked conviction. Overall, there seemed to be a lack of sincerity in line deliveries from the entire cast. Acting Grade: C-.
Wardrobe choice seemed appropriate for the characters, even Kristarah Knight's gold ensemble which would be appropriate for an outlandish actress. The women wore shoes during most of the sex scenes, which tended to be distracting, especially scene one, in which Renee Foxx has her shoes off, but then puts them back on. Wardrobe/Make-up Grade: B-.
The c-light was obvious in many of the scenes. Lighting was not always consistent from various angles within a given scene. Lighting Grade: C.
Dialogue was echo-y on a couple of the sets, most noticeably in Christy's apartment and the garage scene. The score music was decent. Sound Grade: B-.
The slow-motion cum shots were not particularly necessary. More plot could have made the movie stronger. Directing Grade: C.
It does not appear that much effort was put into making an artistic movie. Artistic Merit Grade: D.
OVERALL GRADE: C.
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Peach Fuzz Review
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Posted:Sep 2, 2015 8:26 pm
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Directed by Cecil Howard. Released by Command Cinema Corporation in 1976 (according to IMDB ) or 1977 (according to IAFD).
Former college buddies Steve (played by Jeffrey Hurst) and Bill (played by Chuck Vincent) talk about old times while playing racquetball. When Bill asks Steve why he dropped out and disappeared for a while, he tells the story of one of the loves of his life who he affectionately referred to as Mishou (played by Jean Dalton). The film is a series of flashbacks about her sexual escapades up until the point when one of Steve's professors (played by Zebedy Colt), who also has a liking of Mishou, catches him in bed with her. Steve is expelled and never sees Mishou again. SPOILER ALERT: The film ends with Steve meeting Bill's wife, who happens to be Mishou. Story Grade: B.
This movie was shot on film, which could definitely use a restoration. Medium Grade: A-.
There were numerous outdoor scenes. Actual locations were used in this production. Soundstages may also have been utilized, perhaps in the gangbang scene. Set Design Grade: A.
The sexual performances were pretty good. Performers seemed to be enthusiastic; however, there still seemed to be a lack of passion. Some penetration shots were obscured. Sexual Performances Grade: B.
Generally, the acting was not that great. Zebedy Colt's performance as the professor was over the top. Jean Dalton seemed rather dull. Hope Stockton seemed inauthentic. Jeffrey Hurst seemed to be a Harry Reems wannabe. And Chuck Vincent is much better suited as a director. Acting Grade: C-.
The costumes seemed to be appropriate for the characters. Nothing in particular stood out in a negative or positive way. Wardrobe/Make-up Grade: B.
The lighting during the gangbang scene was obviously unnatural, but stylistic. There were times when it seemed there was too much direct light and other times when there wasn't enough lighting during penetration. Lighting Grade: C.
Sound quality was decent and consistent throughout. The song "Little Girl" was played a couple of times and although I applaud the use of original songs in x-rated films, this song was not that great. Sound Grade: B.
A boom mic appeared in one of the shots and there was a continuity error in which a nighttime present-day scene appeared between two daylight present-day scenes. Directing Grade: B-.
The gangbang scene was definitely highly stylized. The close-ups of somewhat distorted faces also demonstrates that an effort at artistry was made. Artistic Merit Grade: A-.
OVERALL GRADE: B.
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Little Oral Annie Takes Manhattan Review
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Posted:Sep 2, 2015 7:45 pm
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Directed by Joe Sarno. Released by Evart Enterprises in 1985. Available on Video-X-Pix DVD.
There is no story to this movie. It is basically just a series of vignettes. Story Grade: F.
This movie was shot on film. Medium Grade: A.
Some outdoor scenes were included and it appeared that an actual apartment was used as a set; however, many tight shots were used so it was difficult to determine the scope of the location. Set Design Grade: B.
The sexual performances were fairly average. Sexual Performances Grade: C.
Given that there was no plot, there wasn't much to do in terms of character development. There were "talking heads" insert during which Little Oral Annie addressed the camera directly. Acting Grade: C.
Shoes remained on during the lesbian scene which seemed inappropriate and was very distracting. Wardrobe/Make-up Grade: B-.
The c-light was a bit noticeable in some scenes. Lighting Grade: B.
Dialogue didn't match the visuals in the first sex scene and the double penetration scene. The score also seemed to be repetitive. Sound Grade: B-.
Given that the title was a play on "The Muppets Take Manhattan" which had come out around the same time, it seemed that this would have been a spoof of that film with a storyline. It was disappointing that there was no story and also little evidence that Manhattan was even the location of the movie. Directing Grade: C.
It didn't seem that much effort went into making this work artistic other than just filming sex acts. Artistic Merit Grade: C.
OVERALL GRADE: C.
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She's So Fine Review
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Posted:Aug 28, 2015 8:04 pm
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Directed by Henri Pachard. Released by Bluebird Productions in 1985. Available on VCA DVD.
Angela (played by Taija Rae) is getting married today. Her next door neighbor Suzanne (played by Sharon Kane) brings over her wedding dress and along with Beverly, Angela's mother (played by Gloria Leonard), awaits word from the groom. As the day progresses, bizarre friends of the couple appear and wreck sexual havoc. But where is the groom himself? Story Grade: B-.
This movie was shot on film. Medium Grade: A.
Detroit was the setting for this film. Real locations were used. There were some outdoor scenes. Bonus points for featuring Stroh's, Ford, Jack Daniel's, and Ivory. Set Design Grade: A.
The sexual performances were only slightly better than average. Sexual Performances Grade: C+.
The acting was quite good. Joey Silvera received an AVN Award for Best Supporting Actor. Acting Grade: A.
Paul Thomas was almost unrecognizable in his costume as a rock star. Costumes were appropriate and well-done. Wardrobe/Make-up Grade: A.
There were a few instances during which the c-light's presence was obvious. Otherwise, lighting was good. Lighting Grade: B.
The sound quality was good and consistent throughout. An original song was featured over the opening credits. Sound Grade: A.
Toward the end of the Sharon Kane/Sharon Mitchell scene, there was an editing error. The story, although basic, was entertaining, but the sex could have been a bit more energetic. Directing Grade: B.
The establishing shots of Detroit were a worthwhile addition to the film. The way in which some of the sex scenes were shot, most notably the use of the mirror in the Taija Rae/Jerry Butler scene, showed a degree of artistry. Artistic Merit Grade: A-.
OVERALL GRADE: B+.
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Starving Students Labor Force Review
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Posted:Aug 23, 2015 7:48 pm
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Directed by Vinni Rossi. Released by AVC as Starved For Affection in 1985. Available on Gourmet Video DVD.
Jerry (played by Jerry Butler), Jay (played by Jay Serling), and Buck (played by Buck Adams) go to a cabin for a weekend of relaxation only to find that the previous tenants have not cleaned up after themselves, so Jerry decides to call the Starving Students Labor Force to clean up the mess. The labor just happens to be three horny co-eds. Story Grade: C.
Real locations were used in this production. There were some outdoor sequences. Bonus points for including the Duran Duran poster, Billy Idol Rebel Yell picture, Garfield posters, and Kentucky Fried Chicken boxes. Set Design Grade: A-.
The sexual performances were energetic. Performers seemed to be enthusiastic. No condoms were used in this production. (Condom use has n bearing on the grade.) Sexual Performances Grade: A.
Jerry Butler brought the levity, but there wasn't much acting to be done in this movie. Acting Grade: C+.
Although the short shorts and midriff-bearing T-shirts looked great on the girls, they weren't the most realistic outfits to be worn by cleaning service personnel. While Buck Adams removes his shoes before having sex on the pool table, Joanna Storm keeps hers on, as does Nikki Charm, although Nikki loses one somewhere along the way. Wardrobe/Make-up Grade: B.
There was too much direct light during the pool table scene as well as during the orgy. Lighting was noticeably adjusted during the pool table scene. Lighting Grade: C.
The sound quality on the transfer was not that great. Off-screen direction may have been heard during the orgy scene. The score seemed appropriate. Sound Grade: C.
The opening scene had Tess Ferre playing the role of Jay's suspicious wife/girlfriend and the couple again appeared in the final scene, but nothing ever came of her suspicions. More drama would have benefited the story. The shadow of the cameraman could be seen briefly in the pool table scene. Directing Grade: C.
Using real locations and utilizing a couple of outdoor sequences aided in the production value, but more could have been done to enhance the eroticism of this feature. Artistic Merit Grade: B-.
OVERALL GRADE: B-.
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Intimate Journey Review
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Posted:Aug 23, 2015 5:45 pm
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Directed by Paul Thomas (as Judy Blue). Released by Vivid Entertainment in 1993.
Although the movie seemingly begins with a story with Derek Lane being caught with Racquel Darrian by his wife/girlfriend (played by Tianna), it simply becomes a series of vignettes more or less. Story Grade: F.
This movie was shot on film. Medium Grade: A.
A real location was used for this production. There were numerous outdoor scenes. Set Design Grade: A.
The sexual performances were energetic and performers were enthusiastic. A condom was only used by Derek Lane with Tianna. (Condom use has no bearing on the grade.) Sexual performances Grade: A-.
Although there wasn't much acting to do given the lack of story, Leena's recollection of her anal experience on her 21st birthday was well-told with a good deal of eroticism. Acting Grade: C.
Wardrobe was appropriate, although one wonders where the strap-on dildo Racquel uses on Tianna came from. Wardrobe/Make-up Grade: B+.
Extra lighting during Racquel's solo outdoor scene did seem to be noticeable, but the quality of lighting was good throughout the feature. Lighting Grade: B+.
The sound quality was good and consistent throughout. The score seemed appropriate and wasn't distracting. Sound Grade: A.
A boom mic was visible in a couple of shots. This feature would have been better suited as a Racquel showcase without dialogue of any kind or as a narrative film. As it is, it's a hodge-podge of the two which weakens it overall. Directing Grade: B-.
Having been shot on film, the movie looks great. However, either more effort should have gone into making it solely a work of erotic visuals or a narrative film. Artistic Merit Grade: B.
OVERALL GRADE: B.
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