Mesmerized Review
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Posted:Aug 23, 2015 4:03 pm
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Directed by Michael Zen. Released by Vivid Entertainment in 1996.
Tony Tedeschi and Sarah Jane Hamilton play sex therapists who are treating Camille (played by N'J De Bahia) and Claude (played by Sergio Demon). Through the therapy each work through their issues and they live happily ever after. There isn't much plot at all. Story Grade: D.
This feature was shot on video. Medium Grade: B.
There were a few outdoor scenes, but all the other scenes appear to have been shot on soundstage-built sets that were either bare (the domination scene with Nikki Tyler and N'J De Bahia) or bizarre (the spaceship set with N'J De Bahia and Sergio Demon). Set Design Grade: C-.
The most energetic sexual performance was from Sarah Jane Hamilton and Tony Tedeschi. Condoms were used in the Steven St.Croix/N'J De Bahia scene and the Sarah Jane Hamilton/Tony Tedeschi scene. No condoms were used in the other scenes. (Condom use has no bearing on the grade.) Sexual Performances Grade: B-.
Sarah Jane Hamilton overacted her role. Typically a good actor, Steven St. Croix didn't have much to do. Even though N'J De Bahia and Sergio Demon were main characters, they had very little dialogue (perhaps because they speak predominantly French). N'J De Bahia tries to hypnotize Sergio Demon with a swinging pocket watch even though his eyes are closed. Acting Grade: D+.
As a professional sex therapist, it was inappropriate for Tony Tedeschi to wear sunglasses during a session. Wardrobe/Make-up Grade: B.
The use of a c-light was noticeable in the spaceship scene. Lighting was also noticeably adjusted in the N'J De Bahia/Nikki Tyler scene. Lighting Grade: B-.
The sounds of a business office setting were inappropriate as background noise in the office of a sex therapist. During the Nikki Tyler scene, the score abruptly ended. The music during the scene with Steven St. Croix, Sergio Demon, and N'J De Bahia did not fit the tone. The orchestral swelling was more in line with the ending of a war epic or something. Sound Grade: D+.
More drama would have benefited this production, as would the use of real locations. The smoke and light routine from the doorway was a bit hokey. Directing Grade: C-.
Had this feature been shot on film, it may have looked better. But as it is, only an average amount of effort appears to have been put into this production. Bonus points for at least including outdoor scenes. Artistic Merit Grade: C+.
OVERALL GRADE: C.
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Beautiful Review
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Posted:Aug 23, 2015 1:58 pm
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Directed by Paul Thomas. Released by Vivid Entertainment in 1997.
Jon Dough plays Jeff who is about to marry wealthy Angelique (played by N'J De Bahia). However, he becomes smitten with Tracy (played by Kaitlyn Ashley), a "trailer park" girl from Oklahoma and must decide if he is going to marry for love or money. Story Grade: B.
This feature was shot on film. Medium Grade: A.
Mostly actual locations were used in this production. The hotel room set looked phony. Bonus points for including the Bud Light signage. Set Design Grade: B+.
The sexual performances were good, but they weren't particularly spectacular. There seemed to be a lack of passion in many. Vince Voyuer used a condom with Stephanie Swift and Jon Dough used a condom with N'J De Bahia. Otherwise, there were no other condoms used. (Condom use has no bearing on the grade.) Sexual Performances Grade: B-.
Since Jon Dough was marrying a French girl, it would have helped if he spoke a bit of French in this movie. The character of Caleb (played by Sergio Demon) spoke to him in French, but Dough continuously replied to him in English only. A mix of the two languages would have been more realistic. The silent fight between Mickey G. and Jon Dough was also odd. Acting Grade: B-.
Costume choices seemed to be appropriate. Wardrobe/Make-up Grade: A.
The lighting quality was good and consistent throughout the feature. Lighting Grade: A.
The sound quality was also good and consistent throughout. The score felt appropriate; however, the fight scene could have been scored better to add more tension. Sound Grade: B+.
There should have been a link established between Mickey G.'s character and Kaitlyn Ashley's character earlier in the picture. Also, it seemed that Sergio Demon's character had gained knowledge of Jeff and Tracy earlier in the feature, but his involvement was never really explained. Directing Grade: B+.
There was an attempt to make motel set, although phony, somewhat realistic by having rain fall outside the windows that matched the real establishing shot. Using mostly real locations indicates that an effort was made to make the story real. Artistic Merit Grade: B+.
OVERALL GRADE: B+.
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The Trophy Review
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Posted:Aug 22, 2015 7:13 pm
Last Updated:Apr 18, 2024 2:34 am
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Directed by Paul Thomas. Released by Vivid Entertainment in 1999.
Raylene plays Donna, trophy wife of Mick (played by Herschel Savage), a criminal henchman. When Mick's boss, Mr. Garza (played by Roy Phipps), demands that he get to have Donna for a while, Mick kills him and absconds with a bunch of the syndicate's money. He and Donna flee with Todd (played by John Decker), who gets caught up in their drama by trying to escape from his own. He was set to marry the of a wealthy businessman, but backed out since he didn't really live her. While on the run from Garza's next-in-command, Hector (played by Bobby Vitale), Donna and Todd fall for one another. Will Mick's love for his wife outweigh his love for money? Story Grade: A.
This feature was shot on film. Medium Grade: A.
Actual locations were used in this production, most notably the now-demolished Wagon Wheel Motel and Restaurant near the intersection of U.S. Highway 101 and the Pacific Coast Highway in Oxnard, California. Unbeknownst at the time, this film now preserves a bit of history. There are numerous outdoor scenes as well. Set Design Grade: A.
The sexual performances are very energetic and performers seem very enthusiastic. Condoms were used throughout this production. (Condom use has no bearing on the grade.) Sexual Performances Grade: A.
Line deliveries were authentic and characters were believable. Raylene and John Decker were nominated for Best Actress and Best Actor respectively at the 2000 AVN Awards. Acting Grade: A.
Wardrobe and make-up were well-done. It was peculiar that Bobby Vitale, Kelly Dean, and Raquel Devine all kept their shoes on during their indoor sex scene. Wardrobe/Make-up Grade: A.
Scenes were appropriately lit. The night time scenes with the reflections of the pool were fantastic. Lighting Grade: A.
The sound quality was good and consistent throughout. The score felt appropriate for the tone. Sound Grade: A.
There were a few instances in which the boom mic appeared in shots. A greater sense of tension could have been added with scenes of Hector actually trying to track down Mick prior to the tip-off from Sydnee Steele's waitress character. Directing Grade: A-.
Clearly, there was an effort to tell a good story here, and the high-caliber acting talent was a great benefit to this production. Artistic Merit Grade: A.
OVERALL GRADE: A.
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Encore Review
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Posted:Aug 22, 2015 4:15 pm
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Directed by Fred J. Lincoln. Released by Vivid Entertainment in 1995.
Teri Weigel plays a version of herself in this feature as an x-rated performer and director. When her mobster lover (played by Tom Byron) is robbed, her life becomes endangered since she becomes a suspect, according to two detectives (played by Vince Vouyer and Marc Wallice). The concept is fine, but the execution was poor. Tom Byron plays a major character in the story, yet he only appears in one scene. There is no sense of urgency in the protection of Teri. Story Grade: D.
This feature was shot on video. Medium Grade: B.
A mix of actual locations and sets were used in this production. There were also a few outdoor scenes as well, which enhanced the quality of the feature. Set Design Grade: B+.
Teri Weigel's sex scenes were very energetic, as was the scene with Anna Malle and Hank Armstrong. The Asia Carrera/Nick East scene, although good, seemed out of place, given that Asia's role as a psychic had little bearing on the story. No condoms were used in this production. (Condom use has no bearing on the grade.) Sexual Performances Grade: A.
Vince Vouyer and Marc Wallice did not effectively portray realistic police detectives. Tom Byron should have been given more scenes to demonstrate his role as the antagonist. Acting Grade: C+.
That pink outfit Teri wore may not have been a realistic bit of clothing to be seen in public, but she wore it extremely well. Wardrobe/Make-up Grade: A.
The lighting quality was excellent and consistent. The best looking scene may have been with Teri Weigel and Jenteal. Lighting Grade: A.
The sound quality was good and consistent throughout. There was a noticeable gap in the music score during the Asia Carrera/Nick East scene that was a bit distracting. Sound Grade: B+.
This feature could have been vastly improved with a better script and character development. Most of the plot occurs off-screen. It also would have looked better had it been shot on film. Directing Grade: B+.
Given that real locations were used in this production demonstrates that there was an effort made to make the movie seem authentic. The way in which the Teri/Jenteal scene was shot also demonstrated a bit of artistry. Artistic Merit Grade: B+.
OVERALL GRADE: B.
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The Last Act Review
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Posted:Aug 22, 2015 2:15 pm
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Directed by Fred J. Lincoln. Released by Vivid Entertainment in 1996.
Teri Weigel plays a version of herself as a burlesque dancer and former x-rated performer who has received offers for mainstream movies and television. She laments that with her busy schedule she no longer has time for sex, let alone sleep, so she decides to make a comeback to x-rated movies. There isn't much of a plot here whatsoever. Story Grade: D+.
This feature was shot on video. Medium Grade: B.
There were a mix of sets and actual locations used in this production. The sets were relatively bare, especially the office set with Mark Davis which had Vivid promo posters on the walls. There was one outdoor scene. Set Design Grade: B.
The sexual performances were energetic and the performers seemed enthusiastic, but there seemed a lack of passion in some, particularly the scene with Nicole Lace and Chaz Chase and the group scene with Rebecca Lord, Nici Sterling, Laura Palmer, and Tom Byron. No condoms were used in this production. (Condom use has no bearing on the grade.) Sexual Performances Grade: B-.
Line deliveries felt authentic, but given the weak plot, there wasn't much drama to be had even though there could have been. There was potential for tension with Bud Lee's character putting pressure on Asia Carrera to get Teri to do the TV series, but nothing was made of it. Acting Grade: C.
Tom Byron's outfit looked ridiculous, but that may have been the fashion of the mid-1990's. Teri's hiking outfit may not have been realistic, but it looked fantastic on her. Wardrobe/Make-up Grade: A-.
There were some minor lighting changes that were noticeable, but generally lighting was good throughout. Lighting Grade: B+.
The /hip-hop songs used in the soundtrack didn't seem to fit the tone of the feature. Sometimes dialogue was hard to hear. Sound Grade: B-.
More emphasis could have been placed on the story. This feature could have also benefited by having been shot on film. Directing Grade: C.
Perhaps the most artistic scene was the final scene with Teri Weigel and Alex Sanders in which she was performing in one of the x-rated movies she agreed to do. In wild animal body paint, she quickly seduces her prey. It was well done. Artistic Merit Grade: B+.
OVERALL GRADE: B-.
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Content Review
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Posted:Aug 22, 2015 11:39 am
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Directed by Eon McKai. Released by Vivid Alt in 2009.
The concept for this project seems to be a response to the economic downturn of the time and the advancement of porn on the internet resulting in a focus of sex as content. It is a bare-bones production. There is no attempt at a story, set design, or hiding the fact that this project is simply a number of couples being videotaped while having sex. Therefore the story here is of the production itself, rather than within the project. However, there doesn't seem to be any reference to the concept within the production, only on the box art. Story Grade: D+.
This production was shot on video. Medium Grade: B+.
The designing of sets was an absolute failure, but if that was the goal, then it was a success, except for the use of the street backdrop in the first scene with Kimberly Kane. So, it works out to be average. Set Design Grade: C.
The sexual performances were intense and rough at times. At the AVN Awards in 2010, this production was nominated for Best Anal Scene. No condoms were used in this production. (Condom use has no bearing on the grade.) Sexual Performances Grade: A-.
Given there was no story, there was no narrative acting to be done other than for the performers to accentuate their enthusiasm during sex. Acting Grade: C+.
In keeping with the concept of the production, perhaps it would have been more authentic if no wardrobe or make-up had been used at all. However, some added elements of each added a bit of color, albeit muted, to the production. Wardrobe/Make-up Grade: C.
Lighting varied from time to time and at times, crew shadows were noticed. Lighting Grade: B.
The sound quality was good and was consistent throughout. A few times, off-screen direction could be heard. There was no score, which was appropriate. Sound Grade: B+.
This was an interesting concept. Whether or not it's an example of post-modern porn, as the packaging suggests, is debatable. Directing Grade: B+.
There is some degree of artistic merit in this production, but the purpose is unclear if a statement is being made regarding the state of the porn industry in 2009. For instance, colors are muted, but it isn't quite a grey-scale production. However, the fact that none of this is mentioned in the production and only the box art leaves the production open to different interpretation to someone who doesn't have the box art. In a sense, that person would be missing some of the "content." Regardless, this is one project deserving of a conversation. Artistic Merit Grade: A-.
OVERALL GRADE: B-.
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Flawless Review
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Posted:Aug 21, 2015 9:39 pm
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Directed by Chi Chi LaRue. Released by Vivid Entertainment in 2007.
Tera Patrick plays a somewhat fictitious version of herself who is about to marry a billionaire. Upon hearing that Tera has been giving one of the largest ring-sized diamonds in the world, Mason Storm hires Spyder Jonez to steal it from Tera and give it to her. However, Spyder falls in love with Tera, double-crosses Mason, and Spyder and Tera then live happily ever after. The story is pretty basic. There is very little plot or character development. Story Grade: C-.
This feature was shot on video. Medium Grade: B.
It appears that a mix of sets and actual locations were used in this production. There were no outdoor scenes. Sets were appropriately dressed. Set Design Grade: B+.
The sexual performances were energetic. The performers generally seemed enthusiastic. Tera's scenes with Spyder were condom-free. All other boy/girl scenes featured condoms. (Condom use has no bearing on the grade.) The sex scenes were a bit long and could have been trimmed to enhance plot development. Sexual Performances Grade: A.
Line deliveries were authentic, although there wasn't much narrative-driven dialogue. Jackie Beat's opening and closing talk show segments added a bit of levity. Tera looked at the camera during her first sex scene. Mason Storm also looked at the camera during her sex scene. Acting Grade: B.
Wardrobe and make-up seemed to be appropriate for the characters, although having Tera wear a top that had her name on it made the character seem a bit self-absorbed. Wardrobe/Make-up Grade: B+.
At times there was too much direct light and one could see that lighting adjustments were being made during scenes. During scene two, a hand is in the shot to cover glare from the light. Lighting Grade: C+.
The sound quality was good and consistent throughout the movie. Sound Grade: A.
This feature could have benefited from a more developed plot, perhaps even ending with a mystery as to what happened to the real ring. More consistent lighting would have made the picture look better. Directing Grade: C+.
Some effort was put into the look of the sets in this movie. Using actual locations helped a great deal. Artistic Merit Grade: B-.
OVERALL GRADE: B.
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Rolling Thunder Review
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Posted:Aug 21, 2015 6:35 pm
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Directed by Derek Lane. Released by Vivid Entertainment in 1996.
Racquel Darrian and Bobby Vitale's relationship has become stuck in a rut. Racquel says that they have lost the sense of "spotanuity" (spontaneity). She discovers a biker bar where the spontaneity she craves seemingly occurs nightly. By taking Bobby with her, their relationship becomes rejuvenated. The story is average and underdeveloped. Story Grade: D+.
This feature was shot on film. Medium Grade: A.
The opening sequence is an outdoor driving sequence. The remainder of the film is shot on sets, which are dressed fairly well (although why motorcycles are inside the bar is a mystery). Bonus points for including a Bud Dry neon sign. Set Design Grade: B+.
The sexual performances were energetic and passionate and were aptly timed. Condoms were worn in this production. (Condom use has no bearing on the grade.) Sexual Performance Grade: A.
Given the lack of story, there wasn't much acting to be done. However, line deliveries felt authentic. Bobby Vitale's dialogue when he leaves for the office didn't have a sense of urgency that the scene required. Acting Grade: B.
Bobby Vitale's having to get to the office wearing only a pair of jeans was a bit of a stretch. The pink/salmon colored overalls that Racquel wears during her second trip to the biker bar seemed a little out of place. Gerry Pike's shorts were also a little too short in my opinion. Nikki Tyler sleeping with high boots on didn't seem realistic, nor did Felecia's wearing her boots during her sex scene with Nikki and Bridgette Monroe . Wardrobe/Make-up Grade: B.
The quality of lighting was good and consistent throughout. The c-light during Bobby Vitale and Jessica James' sex scene was barely noticeable. Lighting Grade: A-.
The music was great and suited the movie very well. The score during the final scene was also good, but it seemed to have a different tone from the other scenes in the film. The dialogue between Bobby Vitale and Tabitha Stevens in the office scene sounded a bit hollow, but it wasn't too distracting. Sound Grade: A.
The downside to this production was a lack of story and character development. Otherwise it was well-shot. Choosing to shoot on film aided in the quality of the picture. Directing Grade: A-.
Although using more real locations could have benefited this production, the sets that were used were dressed well enough to allow viewers to suspend disbelief. The selection of music also served the film well. Artistic Merit Grade: B+.
OVERALL GRADE: B+.
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Titsicle Review
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Posted:Aug 21, 2015 4:42 pm
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Directed by Chi Chi LaRue. Released by Vivid Entertainment in 2003.
Aria works for a big ice cream company called The Big Scoop. Her company's sales are down, while business at the independent Ye Old Fashioned Ice Cream Parlour across the street is booming. She is determined to figure out the secret to their success by having Briana Banks work undercover there as a spy. The concept is okay, but is unrealistic and poorly executed. Story Grade: D+.
This feature was shot on video. Medium Grade: B.
The sets were terrible. Not only did the corporate office and the ice cream parlour sets look nothing what they were supposed to look like, they were obviously phony. The walk-in freezer set was unrealistic for a sex scene, plus there was no steam emanating from the hot bodies or breath emanating from mouths to even simulate some authenticity. No real locations were used for this feature. Additionally, the establishing shot of the ice cream parlour didn't look like an ice cream parlour either. Set Design Grade: F.
The sexual performances were energetic, but there were too many instances of girls licking guys' assholes and guys licking their own cum off of the girls, which wasn't my cup of tea. Condoms were used in this production. (Condom use has no bearing on the grade.) Sexual Performances Grade: B-.
Given that the story isn't particularly developed, there isn't much for the actors to do. Briana Banks' phone dialing was obviously fake. Brittney Skye's line deliveries were often flat. Acting Grade: D.
The ice cream parlour girl outfits were good and believable for the most part Wardrobe/Make-up Grade: B+.
At some points there was too much direct lighting and the cameraman's shadow could be seen over the performers. Lighting Grade: C-.
The sound quality was consistent throughout. The score wasn't spectacular, but it wasn't distracting. Sound Grade: A.
There is very little emphasis on the story in this feature. The director was able to get some decent sexual performances from the performers. Directing Grade: C.
Given the weak story and the lousy sets, it doesn't appear that much of an artistic effort was exerted in the production of this feature. Artistic Merit Grade: D+.
OVERALL GRADE: C.
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Rock Hard Review
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Posted:Aug 9, 2015 7:48 pm
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Directed by Bob Vosse. Released by Cal Vista in 1985.
This is the story of Adonna and The Sexelettes, a budding rock band trying to make it in the business. Adonna (Taija Rae), Cindi Looper (Nina Hartley), and Ultra Box (Patti Cakes) suck and shag their way through the powers that be in order to become stars. It's a basic story with little conflict. Story Grade: C+.
Although shot on video, their were several exterior inserts that were shot on film. The movie would have benefited from having been shot entirely on film. Medium Grade: B.
The sets were fairly well-dressed, although they lacked authenticity. The recording studio set wasn't too shabby. Bonus points for featuring Folgers coffee and a picture of Elvis. Set Design Grade: B.
Patti Cakes' scene with Scorpio had the most dirty talk by far and was more entertaining than arousing. Scenes were generally enthusiastic, but there seemed to be a lack of passion (perhaps due to the girls simply screwing to achieve a desired result having nothing to do with sex itself). Sexual Performances Grade: B.
Although his scene was brief, Eric Edwards' role brought some authenticity. Jerry Butler brought some humor. And Patti Cakes brought the raw sexual abandon. The actors were deprived of any real drama in the script which the deprived the audience of the chance to see Taija and Nina's acting talents. Acting Grade: B.
The Sexelettes' video wardrobe was a bit risque for mainstream airplay. It would have been more realistic had their costumes covered their nipples. Otherwise, hair and make-up seemed appropriate. Wardrobe/Make-up Grade: A-.
Lighting was inconsistent and their were times when too much direct light was cast on the performers during sex scenes. Lighting Grade: C-.
The Sexelettes' only song in the movie was "Don't Bring Me Down." The movie could have benefited from hearing multiple songs. (The song's performers are not credited.) The vocals do not match Taija's lip-syncing. Sound quality was consistent throughout the movie. Sound Grade: B+.
The premise was promising, but the execution was a bit disappointing. Some of the dialogue was uninspired. Directing Grade: C.
With better sets, a better script, more songs (that are actually performed by the actors), and film, this production could have rivaled a film like the original New Wave Hookers. As it is, the artistic effort is just slightly better than average. Artistic Merit Grade: B-.
OVERALL GRADE: B.
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Initiation Of Cynthia Review
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Posted:Aug 9, 2015 5:36 pm
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Directed by Stuart Allen. Released by N.E.D. Productions in 1985. Available on Video-X-Pix DVD.
Cynthia (played by Colleen Brennan) has a sexual awakening at the hands of an underground sex club led by Stefan (played by George Payne) while her husband Bill (played by John Leslie) is serviced by Linda (played by Amber Lynn), a member of the very same club. There isn't much of a plot. Story Grade: C.
The sex club set was incredibly sparse and boring. It appears that a real apartment was used for the other scenes. When Bill enters the apartment of his friend Jim (played by Jerry Butler) it never shows him walking through the front door, nor is there any sound of a door opening or closing. Bonus points for featuring Coke, Budweiser, Jack Daniels, Cracker Jacks, and a Disney Snow White book. Set Design Grade: B-.
Colleen Brennan's scenes seemed to be the most enthusiastic and energetic. The others were rather boring. Sexual Performances Grade: C-.
George Payne's character was a bit puzzling. He almost seemed psychotic at times. With very little emphasis on plot, there was very little for acting greats like Jerry Butler and John Leslie to do. Acting Grade: D+.
The wardrobe and the make-up was appropriate to the characters being portrayed, but given that the characters were not that developed, that isn't saying much. Wardrobe/Make-up Grade: C+.
Lighting was not always consistent. At times there was too much direct lighting, causing a white-out effect. Lighting Grade: C-.
The sound was tinny at times. Some scenes lacked a score, which did not benefit those scenes as it seemed too quiet when it wasn't present. Sometimes dialogue was inaudible. At other times, off-screen direction could be heard. Sound Grade: D.
Crew members were seen at the edge of the frame in more than one occasion. The camera was also visible at one point. Some of the edits were odd, most notably at the end of the initiation scene and the scene with George Payne and Colleen Brennan. Directing Grade: D.
Some special effects were used during the initiation scene, but they were of no benefit whatsoever and were more of a distraction than anything else. Artistic Merit Grade: C-.
OVERALL GRADE: C-.
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But Can She Type Review
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Posted:Aug 9, 2015 3:31 pm
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Directed by Ron Jeremy. Released by CDI Home Video in 1989.
A group of secretaries (played by Christine Robbins, Trinity Loren, Jade East, and Lynn LeMay) get frisky with one another, their bosses (played by Billy Dee and Jerry Butler), and a repairman (played by Cal Jammer). There is no plot. Story Grade: F.
This movie was shot on video. Medium Grade: B.
A real location appears to have been used in this production. However, as the setting was supposed to have been in an office and not a house, the location could have been chosen better. Only two chairs seemed to have been available during the shoot. Set Design Grade: B-.
The sex performances were energetic and enthusiastic. No condoms were used in this production. (Condom use has no bearing on the grade.) Sexual Performances Grade: A.
The best acting came from Jerry Butler and Billy Dee, whose comedy routine together was funny, albeit somewhat out of place. Christine Robbins' dialogue in the first scene was very unrealistic. She also had a habit of looking at the camera (although Billy Dee did as well). Acting Grade: D.
For being a secretary, Jade East sure didn't dress like one. It was a great outfit, but would not have been condoned in an office setting. The long acrylic nails that she and Lynn LeMay sported were also out of character. Wardrobe/Make-up Grade: C-.
There were lighting fluctuations throughout the entire movie. Lighting Grade: C-.
The score sometimes ended abruptly. The sound of the second telephone call during the first scene was inaudible to everyone except Christine Robbins apparently. During Christine Robbins and Trinity Loren's scene, off-screen direction could be heard. Sound Grade: D+.
Given that the story was incredibly flimsy, the location and wardrobe were inappropriate, the lighting changes were obvious, and the acting was generally lousy, Mr. Jeremy's grade as a director on this production is barely passing. Directing Grade: D.
Besides having used an actual location for this production, little effort seems to have been put into the artistry of this movie. Bonus points for featuring Glamour magazine and the comedy stylings of Jerry Butler. Artistic Merit Grade: C-.
OVERALL GRADE: C-
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Triple Xposure Review
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Posted:Aug 9, 2015 1:31 pm
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Directed by Jonathan Burroughs. Released by Vidco in 1986. Available on Caballero DVD.
Kitty (played by Sharon Mitchell) and George (played by Paul Thomas) concoct a blackmail scheme in order to get Gregory (played by Kevin James) to forge an expensive piece of artwork. Having secrets to hide, Tanya (played by Nikki Charm) and Peter (played by Buck Adams) are pawns in the scheme. The plan goes awry when Susie (played by Mai Lin) double crosses them. Story Grade: A-.
This movie was shot on film. Medium Grade: A.
Sets were well-dressed and it was difficult to determine whether interiors were filmed on location or on soundstages due to the close framing of scenes. There were some outdoor scenes. The final scene with Sharon Mitchell, Mai Lin, and Joey Silvera may have been overdressed. There seemed to be an abundance of plants in the room. Set Design Grade: A-.
The sexual performances were pretty good. Nikki Charm's high heels remained on during her scene with Kevin James, which was distracting. Perhaps the most enthusiastic scene was Summer Rose's anal scene with Billy Dee. Some sex scenes seemed to lack character motivation. Sexual Performances Grade: B.
Since the execution of the plot was not fully realized, characters were unmotivated in their actions. Too much of the plot was laid out in expositional dialogue in the scene with Paul Thomas and Sharon Mitchell, robbing actors of the chance to let the story develop with their own dialogue and actions. Furthermore, the exposition referenced characters which had yet to be introduced on screen. Acting Grade: B.
Characters seemed to be appropriately dressed for the most part; however, since Honey Wilder's character (Helen) was designing clothes reminiscent of the 1930's, the party for her clothing line should have reflected that. While Sharon Mitchell's look changed to reflect that time period for the party scene, the other characters did not, which made Sharon Mitchell the odd one out even though her look was appropriate. Wardrobe/Make-up Grade: B.
Scenes were well-lit and lighting was consistent for the majority of the film. Extra lighting was noticed during the Kevin James/Nikki Charm scene and also during the Joey Silvera/Mai Lin scene. Lighting Grade: B.
The score music was a bit distracting at times. A lyrical song was used in this production. The sound quality was good and consistent throughout the film. Sound Grade: A-.
The shadow of the boom mic could be seen in a couple of shots. The story concept was good, but its execution was not well done. With a runtime of only 77, more scenes could have been added to develop the plot. Directing Grade: C-.
The credits were well-done, having been "projected" on naked bodies. This, along with an attempt at telling a story, shows that some effort was made to make a decent film. Artistic Merit Grade: B+.
OVERALL GRADE: B.
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