That's My Girl Review
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Posted:Aug 8, 2015 6:38 pm
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Directed by Robby D. Released by Digital Playground in 2010.
This movie contains no plot. It is more or less a series of vignettes, each with its own flimsy story that deals with various couples' sexual fantasies. Story Grade: F.
This was shot on high definition video. Medium Grade: A.
A real location was used in this production. However, although each of the scenes was unrelated to the others, it was rather evident that the same property was used for all the scenes. It could have been made less obvious. Set Design: B+.
The sex performances were very energetic and engaging, although some of the dialogue was rather unnecessary given the lack of story. Girls wore shoes even though it would have been more appropriate for them not to have done so. No condoms were used in this production. (Condom use has no bearing on the grade.) Sex Performances Grade: A.
Since there was no overall plot, there was little acting to do. Numerous performers acknowledged the presence of the camera, which destroyed one's ability to buy into the relationships being presented in each scene. Acting Grade: D-.
Performers were appropriately dressed. Costumes were well-fitting and make-up was done very well. Wardrobe/Make-up Grade: A.
Scenes were well-lit and the lighting was consistent. Lighting Grade: A.
There was no score to this movie. Sound quality was good and consistent throughout, but it almost sounded like off-screen direction could be heard during the first scene. Sound Grade: A-.
Set lights could be seen in a couple of scenes. Allowing the actors to look directly at the camera took away the viewer's ability to simply be an unnoticed voyeur and also made one disengage from the stories. Directing Grade: B.
Beyond using a real location rather than a studio, not much effort went into making this anymore than a series of scenes of attractive people having energetic sex. Artistic Merit Grade: C+.
OVERALL GRADE: B.
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V The Hot One Review
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Posted:Aug 2, 2015 9:07 pm
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Directed by Robert McCallum. Released by Westwood Films in 1977 (according to iafd) or 1978 (according to imdb). Available on DVD from NuTech Digital.
Valerie (played by Annette Haven) is the wife of a successful businessman, Paul (played by John Leslie). Having been promiscuous from a young age, Valerie seeks to return to sexual adventures when she discovers that a friend of a friend (Carolyn, played by Sandy Pinney) is a . After a trial run, she decides to join the same brothel as Carolyn and ultimately decides that life as a is more fulfilling than life as a housewife. Story Grade: A.
This movie was shot on film. Medium Grade: A.
Real locations were used in this production. There were also numerous outdoor scenes. Shot in San Francisco. Set Design Grade: A.
The sexual performances were extremely passionate. Performers appeared to be engaged and thoroughly involved in their scenes. Sexual Performances Grade: A.
Line deliveries felt authentic. Acting performances from the main characters to the supporting ones were well done. Acting Grade: A.
Costumes were appropriate as was the make-up. Wardrobe Grade: A.
During the orgy scene, lights could be seen being moved. This also occurred at the end of the Annette Haven/John Leslie scene. Otherwise, lighting was consistent throughout. Lighting Grade: B.
The score was great. During the Annette Haven/John Leslie sex scene, there was a moment during which the sound was muffled. Sound Grade: A-.
The end of the orgy scene was edited incorrectly. Otherwise the direction was excellent. Directing Grade: A-.
The silhouette dream sequence with Annette Haven, John Leslie, and Paul Thomas was undoubtedly the most stylized scene in the film. It could have worked as a full-length sex scene. The outdoor scenes really gave this movie a real feel, regardless if it was a true story or not as the epilogue claimed. Artistic Merit Grade: A.
OVERALL GRADE: A.
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Visions Of Clair Review
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Posted:Aug 2, 2015 7:01 pm
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Directed by Zachary Strong. Released by Canard Films in 1977. Available on DVD from Cal Vista.
There is a very loose narrative in this film surrounding Clair (played by Annette Haven), a model who obtains a mystical Egyptian necklace that makes her a sex goddess. This film is more of an experimental art film than it is a narrative film. Story Grade: D.
This movie was shot on film and could benefit from a restoration as color needs correcting. Medium Grade: A-.
Scenes appear to have been shot at actual locations rather than soundstages; however, the scenes with an all-black background could have been done anywhere. Set Design Grade: B.
The sexual performances were not all that passionate, although that may have been intentional given the overall context of the film. Sexual Performances Grade: C-.
The characters of Ron (played by John Rolling) and David (played by Jay Gamble) seemed to have the most lines, but were rather unsympathetic and overall unimportant characters. Annette Haven's character did not speak much, making her very mysterious. Acting Grade: B-.
The wardrobe worn by Roahne (Susan Bates) was somewhat outlandish and never quite explained. There weren't very many other costumes. Wardrobe/Make-Up Grade: C+.
The outdoor scenes with Jay Gamble and Susan Bates were particularly bright. Interior scenes seemed to have been fairly well lit. Lighting Grade: B.
The score was eerie, but fitting for the mysterious nature of the film. Sound quality was fairly consistent throughout. Sound Grade: B.
The editing during the restaurant scene didn't seem to have been very effective and was rather confusing. It was almost as if something was cut out of the movie at that point. As the film began as somewhat of a narrative, it was disappointing that there was no definitive ending. Directing Grade: C-.
There's definitely an attempt at artistry here, and probably should have been strictly an arthouse/experimental project without any sense of narrative whatsoever. Artistic Merit Grade: B+.
OVERALL GRADE: C+.
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Soft Places Review
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Posted:Aug 2, 2015 5:10 pm
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Directed by Joanna Williams. Released by Key Films in 1977 (according to iafd) or 1978 (according to imdb). Available on DVD from VCX.
Following the death of her husband, Monique (played by Annette Haven) listens to a recording of her husband's will in which is stated that she must perform a number of sexual acts in order to grow sexually before she can inherit a massive fortune. Story Grade: C-.
This movie was shot on film. Medium Grade: A.
Actual locations were used for filming, which heightened the production value. Set Design Grade: A-.
The sexual performances were slightly better than average, but as many were relatively unmotivated within the context of the story, they seemed to lack passion. Sexual Performances Grade: C+.
Annette Haven had the most to do in terms of acting, but as there wasn't much of a story, there wasn't much acting to do. She's uncomfortable doing the sexual acts mandated of her, but she does them anyway. There isn't much conflict. Acting Grade: C+.
The wardrobe seemed relatively appropriate, although the wardrobe worn by characters in the bar scene was confusing since it was supposedly located in a slum. Yet the John Seeman and Elaine Wells characters appeared pretty well-dressed. Wardrobe/Make-Up Grade: B.
Extra lighting was obvious in the masturbation scene and in the scene with Annette Haven and Paul Thomas, in which there was too much direct light. However, in the bar scenes, there didn't seem to be enough light in some shots, although that was more realistic. Lighting Grade: B-.
The sound quality was fairly consistent throughout; however, the voiceovers at the end of the movie sounded nothing like the actors to whom they originated. Sound Grade: B-.
The director was brave to feature a transsexual in this movie, something that is not common in a straight feature. The extreme close-ups of the penetration during the Annette Haven and Paul Thomas scene were unnecessary. The story was a bit weak and could have benefited from more conflict. Directing Grade: B-.
The masturbation scene and the blow-job scene that followed were the most artistically done with a somewhat "invisible man." Artistic Merit Grade: B+.
OVERALL GRADE: B.
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Tower Of Power Review
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Posted:Aug 2, 2015 2:46 pm
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Directed by Robert McCallum. Released by Cal Vista in 1985.
Kingsley Industries is being undermined from within by a traitorous board member. C.E.O. Fred Kingsley (played by R. Bolla) orders the board to root out the traitor in one week or heads will roll. Could it be Hugh Casey (played by John Leslie)? His wife Linda (played by Angel) sleeps with Kingsley to ensure Hugh not only stays with the company, but gets a higher position. Claudia Wilson (played by Annette Haven) is another candidate. She owns 20% of the company, but maybe she wants more. Then there's Fred's own wife, Stella (played by Janey Robbins), who has sex with her younger brother. With scruples like those, perhaps she's the source of the corporate betrayal. Find out for yourself. Story Grade: A.
This movie was shot on film. Medium Grade: A.
Most scenes were shot on real locations. There were some outdoor scenes which added a great deal to the production value. The boardroom set was one of the worst as was the restaurant set as neither set resembled the real thing. The locations were well dressed. Set Design Grade: B+.
The sex performances were good, but as the scene had nothing to do with the corporate intrigue plot, it was a bit of a waste. Another scene with Annette Haven could have been warranted. Sexual Performances Grade: A-.
The cast was filled with great actors, but the script didn't give them much to work with. At a runtime of only 80 minutes, more scenes could have been added to develop the story. The end in particular was rather abrupt and somewhat anticlimactic. Melanie Scott's line delivery as Kingsley's secretary was a bit stodgy. Annette Haven's performance in the final scene also could have been better. Acting Grade: B.
Wardrobe choices seemed fitting for the characters. Make-up did not seem to be overdone. Wardrobe Grade: A.
Scenes were lit appropriately. Lighting Grade: A.
During the sex scene with Angel and R. Bolla, it sounded like a camera was taking still photographs during filming. Otherwise, the sound quality was good and consistent. The score was good, especially that over the opening and closing credits. However. that tone didn't remain throughout the film unfortunately. Sound Grade: A-.
The movie could have benefited from a more developed story. Unfolding a bit more mystery would have been beneficial, especially with the high-caliber acting talent in this production of which the director could have taken better advantage. Directing Grade: B+.
For some reason, this film very soap opera-esque, almost like watching an episode of Dallas, except that it was based in Los Angeles. There was definitely some good artistic effort here, but it could have used more. Artistic Merit Grade: B.
OVERALL GRADE: A-.
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Love 'Em Or Leave 'Em Review
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Posted:Jul 25, 2015 4:07 pm
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Directed by Toni English. Released by Vivid in 2004.
Amanda (played by Cheyenne Silver) is in love with Bucky (played by John Decker). After Bucky blows off a date night to celebrate a friends' birthday, Amanda imagines going on a game show called Love 'Em Or Leave 'Em to find someone who will love her and be more attentive. Be sure to stay tuned after the credits for the full story. Story Grade: B+.
This movie was mostly shot on video, though the mobile shoots seem to have been shot on film. The production could have benefited by being shot entirely on film. Medium Grade: B.
The TV show set was the worst, followed by the inauthentic nature of the dance club scene, which looked to have been shot in a house. The scenes with Evan Stone and Cheyenne Silver on Olvera Street in downtown Los Angeles were definitely the highlight of the production. Bonus points for including a real Pizza Hut box inside of a generic pizza delivery box. Set Design Grade: B+.
Chloe's sex scenes were by far the most intense, especially her scene with Lola. Cheyenne's scene with John Decker didn't seem genuine, as she seemed to be looking out the window during sex rather than being focused on the person she was supposed to love. Condoms were used in all scenes. (Condom use has no bearing on the grade.) Sex Performances Grade: A-.
Acting was generally good across the board, although the party scene was a bit weak in terms of acting capability. Ian Daniels briefly looked at the camera during that scene. Acting Grade: A-.
Wardrobe seemed appropriate for the characters and was visually appealing and well-fitting. Wardrobe Grade: A.
The lighting in the Alexandra Silk/Ian Daniels/Kyle Stone scene and the Chloe/John Decker scene was a bit harsh and too artificial-looking. The other scenes were well-lit. Lighting Grade: B.
The dialogue at the early part of the Chloe/Lola scene sounded somewhat garbled. Otherwise, the sound quality was good and the score seemed appropriate. Sound Grade: B+.
The movie was well-constructed and well-paced. The sex scenes seemed to be just the right length and didn't detract from the story. The bit following the credits was a nice touch. Directing Grade: A.
Artistic effort was clearly evident in this production; however, it would have been better had the entire movie been shot on film, since the difference in quality from the parts shot on video was painfully apparent. Artistic Merit Grade: A-.
OVERALL GRADE: B+.
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South By Southeast Review
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Posted:Jul 25, 2015 1:39 pm
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Directed by Jim Enright. Released by Wicked Pictures in 1997.
This tongue in cheek spy farce begins with Tom Byron as Holden Meegroin, a secret agent trying to locate "the item," which is presumably some type of weapon that could destroy mankind. The item ends up being placed in the vehicle of Nikita (whose character name may or may not be Nikita Cumangetsmioff) and a case of mistaken identity ensues in which she is held captive by the evil Dick Gozinya (played by T.T. Boy) and his mistress Lucy Cheeks (played by Brittany Andrews). It is up to Vicca and a British agent (played by Tony Tedeschi) to save her. Given there were numerous references in the movie to it being a porn spoof, it did not take itself that seriously. Story Grade: B-.
This movie was shot on video. Medium Grade: C+.
There were a couple of outdoor scenes and a few real locations. However, Peter North's office and the hotel room were obviously sets, which brought down the look of the production. Set Design Grade: B-.
The sexual performances were well shot and generally energetic. Women wore shoes in all of the scenes, which was distracting. Condoms were used in every scene. (Condom use has no bearing on the grade.) Tom Byron looked at the camera briefly during his scene with Nikita Gross. Sexual Performances Grade: B-.
Given that Vicca and Nikita Gross are natives of Russia and Kyrgyzstan respectively, their English better than expected, considering the amount of dialogue their characters had. However, as the whole production was a farce, many of the line deliveries from the entire cast felt lifeless and simply used to deliver a joke of some sort. Some jokes hit, but a lot missed. Acting Grade: B-.
The wardrobe didn't seem to fit the characters. Tom Byron's wardrobe would have worked if he were playing a disheveled private investigator. The maid disguise for Tony Tedeschi was terrible and unnecessary. Vicca's outfit in the finale looked great, but was inappropriate. T.T. Boy's outfit was ill-fitting. More effort could have been used in this department. Wardrobe Grade: C-.
Lighting was generally good and consistent throughout, with the exception of the group scene with Peter North, Tony Tedeschi, Vicca, and Alyssa Love in which it was clear that additional light was being used for the penetration close-ups. Lighting Grade: B.
The sound quality was consistent throughout. The score was not distracting, but it could have been better with perhaps a tone more befitting a spy movie. Sound Grade: B+.
Had this project been taken with a bit more seriousness, it could have been a terrific spy comedy. (Of course, having it shot on film for that purpose would have made it even better.) Be that as it may. There were no particularly glaring technical flaws in the production. Directing Grade: B.
Since real locations and some outdoor scenes were utilized and an actual script was followed, there is clearly evidence of artistic merit; however, a little more effort would have gone a long way. Artistic Merit Grade: B-.
OVERALL GRADE: B-.
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This Ain't Ghostbusters XXX Review
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Posted:Jul 19, 2015 3:22 pm
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Directed by Axel Braun. Released by Hustler Video in 2011.
This movie spoofs the story of the 1984 film Ghostbusters; however, given that the runtime of this movie is only 113 minutes and incorporates five sex scenes that are almost 15 minutes each, much of the story is squeezed out. Still, it is probably the best x-rated Ghostbusters parody made to date. Story Grade: B.
This parody was shot on high definition video and available in 3-D. However, the 2-D version was the version reviewed. Medium Grade: A-.
The set design was fairly decent for sets like Dana's apartment, Venkman's college office, and the library. However, it was disappointing that the Biltmore Hotel (used in the 1984 film) was not used, given that it is located in downtown Los Angeles. Instead, a poor CGI rendering was used. It was also disappointing that the interior of the downtown L.A. firehouse was also not used in this production as it was for the original 1984 film along with x-rated movies such as Body Heat (Digital Playground) and Flashpoint (Wicked Pictures). Set Design Grade: C+.
The sexual performances were energetic, well-shot, and fit into the context of the story, but they were too long, which robbed plot development. Sexual Performances Grade: B.
Generally speaking, the acting was quite good. Evan Stone's performance as Peter Venkman was perhaps the best performance and Raven Alexis was well-cast as Dana Barrett. Unfortunately, James Deen (Egon Spengler) didn't have many lines and Tee Reel (Winston Zeddemore) only appeared in the final scene. Sarah Shevon played a fair Janine Melnitz and Alec Knight wasn't too bad as Ray Stantz. More screen time should have been given to the actors for dialogue in order to showcase their acting talents. Acting Grade: A.
The wardrobe, although not exact replicas of the costumes worn in the 1984 film, did resemble their original counterparts to a great degree. Alexis Texas' make-up was a bit much, but otherwise the costumes, make-up, and props were well done. Wardrobe/Make-up Grade: A-.
The c light was noticeable in the Alec Knight/Alexis Texas scene. Otherwise, lighting was consistent throughout the movie and scenes were well-lit. Lighting Grade: A-.
The Ray Parker Jr. theme song spoof was pretty decent, but the score could have been better. The sound quality was good and consistent throughout. Sound Grade: B+.
Some shots seemed to be off-center which was a bit strange. Had the sex scenes been shorter, the story would not have been so rushed. As it is, there are large gaps in the story. There is no explanation as to how Dana and Louis get possessed, how the rooftop temple forms, or how Louis even gets there for the final scene. The character of Winston is never introduced; he simply appears in the final scene. Dana's dialogue when she first comes to Ghostbusters HQ is cut, so there is no explanation of her problem she needs solved. There is no Walter Peck/EPA subplot, nor is there a Stay Puft Marshmallow Man. You'll have to watch the movie for yourself to see who it is that Ray conjures at the end. Directing Grade: C.
While a lot of consideration seemed to have gone into wardrobe and casting choices, more consideration could have been given to shooting locations and special effects. The CGI effects in the opening library scene with Ron Jeremy were lame. Given that the 1984 film used practical effects for the moving books and card catalog, this parody could have benefited from being made in the same fashion. But, as mentioned earlier, the effort put into this parody makes this the best x-rated Ghostbusters parody to date. Artistic Merit Grade: B+.
OVERALL GRADE: B.
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Expose Me Lovely Review
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Posted:Jul 19, 2015 11:18 am
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Directed by Armand Weston. Released by Capri Productions in 1976. Available on Video X Pix DVD.
Ras Kean plays Frosty Knight, a private detective who is hired by Karen Spencer (played by Catherine Burgess) to find her missing brother Keith. The film begins with Frosty in an ambulance being rushed to the hospital and the story is told as a flashback. This story was inspired by the works of Raymond Chandler. Story Grade: A.
This movie was shot on film. Medium Grade: A.
Real locations were used in this production. There were some brief outdoor scenes that enhanced the production value. Set Design Grade: A.
The sexual performances worked well in the story line and tended not to distract from the pace of the narrative. There didn't seem to be many close-ups, which wasn't necessarily a bad thing. For the most part, scenes were energetic. Sexual Performances Grade: B+.
Unfortunately, Ras Kean was not the best choice to play a hard-boiled detective. Some of the line deliveries seemed to miss the mark in terms of tone and authenticity. Acting Grade: C+.
Some of Ras's wardrobe choices seemed to be a bit odd for his character of a private detective. Although Karen Spencer mentions something about him rebuffing the traditional look of the stereotypical private detective, the character would have been more believable by embracing that stereotypical look. Wardrobe Grade: B-.
Scenes were appropriately lit and the lighting was consistent throughout the film. Lighting Grade: A.
The score seemed inappropriate at times and somewhat diverted from the tone of the movie. The music during Ras Kean's sex scene with Jennifer Welles comes to mind. Otherwise, the sound quality was good and consistent throughout the film. Sound Grade: B+.
Some of the dialogue could have been reworked to sound more authentic. The doctor's lines to the officer in the ambulance at the beginning of the movie sounded phony. "He received first aid" simply sounded generic. A better actor for the lead should have been cast. Directing Grade: B.
A fair amount of effort was exerted into making this picture feel like a film noir tale. Artistic Merit/Stylization Grade: A-.
OVERALL GRADE: B+.
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Blue Jeans Review
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Posted:Jul 1, 2015 8:42 pm
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Directed by John Christopher. Released by Jack Rabbit Productions in 1981. Available on Video X Pix DVD.
Debbie (played by Brooke Bennett) is married to Gene (played by David Messa), a fashion designer who is unveiling his new line of blue jeans that Debbie helped inspire. Things go awry in their relationship when Debbie catches Gene getting a blow job from his secretary (played by Sharon Kane) and subsequently reconnects with Tony (played by Jerry Butler), an old lover. Throw in Debbie's high sister (played by Sharon Mitchell) and newly hired houseboy (played by Ron Jeremy), and the craziness ensues. Story Grade: A-.
This movie was shot on film. Medium Grade: A.
Real locations were used in this production. There were a few outdoor sequences that were a benefit to the film. Bonus points for utilizing the Sheraton Centre. Set Design Grade: A-.
The sex performances were good, but perhaps could have been better. Brooke Bennett's scenes were the most stylistic while Ron Jeremy's scene with Sharon Mitchell was the most fun. The scene with Sandy Gazelle and Ron Jeremy was good, but it was odd in terms of the story given that Sandy's character only appear in this one scene. Sexual Performances Grade: B+.
David Messa was the worst actor of the bunch and Sharon Kane's character was too over the top. Ron Jeremy's antics were great and Sharon Mitchell's highness was excellent. Brooke Bennett's acting was about average. In this film, Jerry Butler's character took on a more dramatic turn which felt genuine. It should be noted that Sharon Mitchell won the Critics Adult Film Association (CAFA) Award for best actress in 1982 for her role in this film. Acting Grade: B.
Some of the jeans designed by Gene were a little ridiculous, but otherwise the costumes were okay. Sharon Mitchell's make-up was a bit much, but it did make her look somewhat trashy, which was an aspect of her role. Still, it could have been more subtle. Wardrobe/Make-up Grade: B.
There was good lighting throughout the movie. The best use of it seemed to have been in the Jerry Butler/Brooke Bennett scene. Lighting Grade: A-.
The sound quality was consistent throughout the movie. During certain scenes it sounded like dialogue had been dubbed. The theme song during the opening credits added to the production value. The score had interesting moments, but at times felt a little goofy. Sound Grade: B.
A shadow of a boom could be seen in the Brooke Bennett/ Sharon Mitchell scene. A better actor should have been cast in the role of Gene. David Messa's performance brought down the whole production. And Sharon Kane's sex-crazed secretary role could have been a bit more restrained. Directing Grade: B.
The opening credits were well-designed. The shower scene with Brooke Bennett and David Messa was artfully done as was her scene with Jerry Butler in the hotel room. Artistic Merit Grade: B+.
OVERALL GRADE: B+.
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Pimped By An Angel II Review
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Posted:Jun 24, 2015 8:13 pm
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Directed by Jerome Tanner. Released by Legend Video in 2001.
Valentino returns as Daddy, the angel in this sequel. This time around, he attempts to convince Toni James to save herself by giving up her dead-end job and becoming a . Completely opposed to the idea at first, Daddy shows her glimpses of her boss and real world prostitutes in action, showing how important they are to society. Again, light on plot, but a good concept. Story Grade: B.
This feature was shot on video. Medium Grade: B.
A real location was used in this production. My guess would be that various rooms in a single house were used. By doing so, the Joel Lawrence/ Friday scene looked very inauthentic, as it was supposed to be an office scene. There were no outdoor scenes. Set Design Grade: B.
Sexual performances were energetic. Nina Ferrari looked at the camera during her scene with Evan Stone, which was distracting. During her scene with Joel Lawrence, Friday looked off screen several times, which demonstrated that she really wasn't into her scene. (Her moaning was also over the top.) Condoms were used in all scenes except for Valentino's scene with Toni James and Gwen Summers' scene with Joey Ray. (Condom use has no bearing on the grade.) Sexual Performances Grade: A-.
Again, Valentino played the stereotypical black , which wasn't necessary, but he stayed in character and was less abusive this time around than in part one. Toni James did a fair job playing her role of being disgusted by the idea of becoming a ; however, she could have had more to do. Bonus points go to Evan Stone when he removed his glasses. His brief acting of having bad vision probably wasn't in the script. Acting Grade: C.
Evan Stone's character in the movie was wearing an Evan Stone ball cap which, although humorous, didn't seem to belong. Otherwise, costumes and make-up seemed appropriate. Wardrobe/Make-up Grade: B.
The blue lighting during the Kendra Jade/Dillon Day scene was distracting. There also seemed to be a purplish hue in the Gwen Summers/Joey Ray scene. This production could have benefited from softer lighting and more natural light; however, the shadow blow job in the Kendra Jade/Dillon Day scene was a nice touch. Lighting Grade: C+.
The sound quality was consistent throughout the feature and the score seemed appropriate. Some songs were used in the soundtrack. Sound Grade: A.
A boom was visible in one of the shots and the shadow of a crew member could be seen in one of the scenes. However, Mr. Tanner utilized interesting angles, most notably in the Gwen Summers/Joey Ray scene. Directing Grade: B.
There was an attempt at artistry in this production, especially with the unique camera angles and incorporation of shadow play. However, outdoor scenes could have helped, along with a better script. Artistic Merit Grade: B.
OVERALL GRADE: B.
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Pimped By An Angel Review
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Posted:Jun 24, 2015 6:03 pm
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Directed by Jerome Tanner. Released by Legend Video in 2001.
Gwen Summers plays a who is about to kill herself when she is stopped by an angel (played by Valentino). Her angel then shows her glimpses of various sexual episodes that demonstrates how important she is and why she must live. There isn't much of a plot, but it's a good concept. Story Grade: B.
This feature was shot on video. Medium Grade: B.
A number of the scenes were shot outdoors which was of great benefit to the production. The alleyway in which Gwen was found was obviously phony. Using a real location would have been better. The bathroom scene with Joel Lawrence and Sky and the bedroom scene with Claudia Adkins and Dale DaBone looked authentic. Set Design Grade: B.
The sexual performances were energetic. Claudia Adkins looked at the camera briefly, which was a bit distracting. Condoms were used in the scene with Joel Lawrence and Sky and in the scene with Evan Stone and Miko Lee. (Condom use has no bearing on the grade.) Sexual Performances Grade: A.
Valentino played the role of angel in the vein of a stereotypical black which I found to be unnecessary. Gwen Summers did average work as the suicidal , but it could have been better. The other actors didn't have much to do. Acting Grade: C-.
The wardrobe seemed appropriate, although Claudia Adkins' red, white, and blue ensemble, though patriotic, was a bit bizarre. Wardrobe Grade: B.
Some of the indoor lighting was harsh, which was especially noticeable in the Joel Lawrence/Sky scene. The night scene with Valentino and Gwen Summers was well lit, but the artificial lighting seemed too obvious. Lighting Grade: B-.
The sound quality was consistent throughout the feature and the score seemed appropriate. Sound Grade: A.
Scenes were well-framed and the pacing of the movie was good. A bit more plot could have bolstered the production. Directing Grade: B+.
There was definitely an attempt to inject some artistry in this production, not just in terms of the sets, but also in terms of the sex positions, some of which were not as commonplace, which made them visually appealing. Artistic Merit Grade: B+.
OVERALL GRADE: B.
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Co-Workers Gone Bad Review
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Posted:Jun 22, 2015 9:25 pm
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Directed by Jonathan Morgan. Released by Wicked Pictures in 2012.
This movie is basically a series of vignettes loosely tied together by the concept of sex at the office. There is no plot. Story Grade: D-.
Shot in high-definition video, this feature has excellent image quality. Medium Grade: A-.
Sets consisted of various offices and a reception area. There was nothing particularly extraordinary. Bonus points for keeping Sydnee Steele's name on a box in the shot. Set Design Grade: C.
The sex performances were very energetic. India Summer's scene with Rocco Reed may have been the most intense. Condoms were used in this production. (Condom use has no bearing on the grade.) Sex Performances Grade: A.
Unfortunately, there wasn't much acting since the characters were stereotypes and not particularly developed. Still, line deliveries generally sounded authentic. Acting Grade: B.
The performers' wardrobe seemed appropriate for an office setting. During Heather Starlet's (credited as Jamie Summers) sex scene with Tommy Gunn, her shoes come off, but mysteriously are back on at the end of the scene. Wardrobe Grade: B+.
Lighting was consistent throughout the movie. Scenes were appropriately lit. At times there seemed to be odd hues of fuchsia, particularly noticeable during India Summer's scene. Lighting Grade: A-.
The score was a bit goofy at times. Sound quality was good and consistent throughout the production. Sound Grade: A-.
The movie was well shot, but this production could have benefited from some kind of plot, rather than relying solely on comedic stereotypes of office relationships. Directing Grade: B+.
Given that this movie had a script, there is some amount of effort that went into making a feature that exhibited artistry. However, that amount of effort could have been greater. Artistic Merit Grade: C+.
OVERALL GRADE: B.
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