Showing posts with label Radley Metzger. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Radley Metzger. Show all posts

Tuesday, January 20, 2026

Maraschino Cherry – Quality X (Blu-ray)

Theatrical Release Date: USA, 1978
Director: Radley Metzger (as "Henry Paris")
Writer: Radley Metzger (as "Jake Barnes")
Cast: Gloria Leonard, Leslie Bovee, Annette Haven, Constance Money, C.J. Laing, Jenny Baxter, Penny Cherry, Wade Nichols, Susan McBain, Eric Edwards

Release Date: January 20th, 2026
Approximate Running Time: 84 Minutes 48 Seconds
Aspect Ratio: 1.85:1 Widescreen / 1080 Progressive / MPEG-4 AVC
Rating: NR
Sound: DTS-HD Mono English
Subtitles: English SDH
Region Coding: Region Free
Retail Price: $39.98

"Set over the course of one sex-filled day at an exclusive Manhattan bordello, lusty madam Maraschino Cherry and her dedicated staff satisfy the desires of their seemingly endless stream of clients. From haggard city employees, brusque businessmen, hopeless romantics, kinky hedonists, and other assorted oddballs, they fulfill any and all fantasies over the course of a hard day’s work." - synopsis provided by the distributor

Video: 4/5

Here’s the information provided about this release's transfer, "Newly scanned & restored in 4K from its 35mm negative."

Maraschino Cherry comes on a 50 GB dual layer Blu-ray.

Disc Size: 33.3 GB

Feature: 24.4 GB

Although this new transfer is a massive improvement over this film’s previous home media releases, it is not on par with other Henry Paris films that have been given upgrades to Blu-ray and 4K UHD. Some very minor instances of print debris and other imperfections remain, flesh tones and colors look correct, image clarity and black levels are strong, compression is solid, and the image retains an organic look.

Audio: 4/5

This release comes with one audio option, a DTS-HD mono mix in English with removable English SDH. The audio is also greatly improved, it sounds clean, clear and balanced throughout.

Extras:

Extras for this release include an archival image gallery with music from the film playing in the background (stills/advertisements/posters), three radio spots (1 minute 36 seconds, Dolby Digital mono English, no subtitles), two theatrical trailers (10 minutes 24 seconds, Dolby Digital mono English, no subtitles), never-before-seen trims & outtakes (16 minutes 29 seconds, no sound), archival video interviews with actress Gloria Leonard (33 minutes 13 seconds, Dolby Digital stereo English, no subtitles), an archival audio commentary with director Radley Metzger moderated by Ashley West of The Rialto Report, reversible cover art, a spot gloss slipcover (limited to 3,000 units), and 24-page booklet with essay by Ashley West.

Summary:

Maraschino Cherry's little sister visits her one day and wants to learn the business of being an escort.

When Radley Metzger made his last adult film, Maraschino Cherry, he had all but run out of ideas and inspiration. It is like he saw the writing on the wall, like he had four years earlier when he transitioned from softcore into hardcore cinema. The industry was on the verge of a major change; instead of shooting on film, things would shift to video, making films cheaper and more accessible for anyone who wanted to make an adult film.

Outtakes from other Henry Paris films likely contribute to Maraschino Cherry's disjointed feel. The scenes with Constance Money are outtakes originally shot for The Opening of Misty Beethoven. Editing holds together Maraschino Cherry and makes it better than it should be, despite its shortcomings. This is especially notable in how effectively the editing blends newly shot footage with outtakes.

When it comes to the cast, it's one area where Maraschino Cherry is not lacking. It is a superlative cast of who’s who of 1970s adult cinema: Leslie Bovee, Annette Haven, Constance Money, C.J. Laing, Jenny Baxter, Penny Cherry, Wade Nichols, Susan McBain, and Eric Edwards. The standout performance is Gloria Leonard’s portrayal of the protagonist.

The Henry Paris films are known for their offbeat humor and witty dialog, and Maraschino Cherry is overflowing with amusing set pieces. Notable examples are a man who cums every time he sneezes and a woman who gets whipped and used as a human clock. The most memorable moment is an S&M scene with C.J. Laing.

When I first saw Maraschino Cherry 19 years ago, I viewed it via a previous DVD release, which was missing about 11 minutes of footage. This new edition reinstates all missing footage, and it was like seeing Maraschino Cherry for the first time. Ultimately, though Maraschino Cherry does not reach the artistic heights of the other Henry Paris films, the result is a film that is still better than most adult films.

Quality X gives Maraschino Cherry its best home media releases to date. Highly recommended.








Written by Michael Den Boer

Monday, June 16, 2025

Naked Came the Stranger – Mélusine (UHD/Blu-ray Combo)

Theatrical Release Date: USA, 1975
Director: Radley Metzger (as "Henry Paris")
Writer: Radley Metzger (as "Jake Barnes")
Cast: Darby Lloyd Rains, Levi Richards, Mary Stuart, Alan Marlow, Christina Hutton, Kevin Andre, Helen Madigan, Ronda Fuller, Rita Davis, Steve Anthony, Alfie Holliday, Tom Dane, David Savage, John Buco, Gerald Grant, Marc Stevens

Release Date: May 27th, 2025
Approximate Running Time: 83 Minutes 23 Seconds
Aspect Ratio: 1.66:1 Widescreen / 2160 Progressive / HEVC / H.265 / Dolby Vision HDR10
Rating: NR
Sound: DTS-HD Mono English
Subtitles: English SDH
Region Coding: Region Free
Retail Price: $52.98

"Billy and Gilly host New York’s most provocative and successful morning talk show. But their lascivious on-the-air personas are masking a far less than voracious home-sex life. Everything comes to a head when Gilly discovers that her seemingly faithful husband is carrying on with his “Love Bunny” Phyllis. At first hurt by his infidelity, Gilly quickly decides that she too ought to expand her sexual horizons and, with that in mind, begins an over-the-top game of seduction as she beds each of her and Billy’s high society friends." - synopsis provided by the distributor

Video: 4.5/5 (4K UHD, Blu-ray)

Here’s the information provided about this release's transfer, "Newly scanned and restored in 4K from its 35mm original camera negative."

Naked Came the Stranger comes on a 66 GB dual layer 4K UHD.

Disc Size: 61.6 GB

Feature: 60.8 GB

Naked Came the Stranger was shot on super 16mm and blown up to 35mm for theatrical exhibition. The source looks excellent; any debris is minor. An example of source debris can be seen in screenshot #7. Flesh tones look healthy, color saturation, image clarity, black levels, contrast, and compression are solid, and the image always looks organic.

Naked Came the Stranger comes on a 50 GB dual layer Blu-ray.

Disc Size: 45.7 GB

Feature: 24.1 GB (Hardcore Version), 19.8 GB (Softcore Version)

This Blu-ray uses the same master that is used for the 4K UHD disc.

Audio: 5/5

This release comes with one audio option, a DTS-HD mono mix in English with removable English SDH. The audio sounds excellent, better than it ever has. Dialog comes through clearly, everything sounds balanced, and range-wise the score and ambient sounds are well-represented.

Extras:

Extras for this release include an archival image gallery with music from the film playing in the background (stills/posters/advertisements/archival reviews), 4 radio spots (1 minute 30 seconds, Dolby Digital mono English, no subtitles), a theatrical trailer (3 minutes 21 seconds, Dolby Digital mono English, no subtitles), an alternate softcore version of Naked Came the Stranger (84 minutes 10 seconds, 1.66:1 aspect ratio, DTS-HD mono English with removable English SDH), and an archival audio commentary with director Radley Metzger, moderated by Ashley West of The Rialto Report.

Other extras include reversible cover art (inside cover art features four original posters), a gold foil magnet clasp slipcase + slipcover set (limited to 4,000 units), and a 48-page booklet with liner notes titled Naked Came the Stranger written by Ashley West.

Summary:

Billy and Gilly, a husband-and-wife radio duo, host a hugely popular radio sex talk show. Their marriage, on the surface, appears to be perfect, while underneath the duo are having affairs. How long will it take before their affairs disrupt their on-air chemistry?

When I first saw Naked Came the Stranger, I was not that impressed with it. And to be fair, I did not watch the film in the most ideal of ways. The version I watched was missing almost eleven minutes of film (which amounts to 1/8 of its intended running time). You can see the film in all its glory thanks to this new release from Distribpix.

Newsweek journalists, working under the pseudonym Penelope Ashe, wrote the novel "Naked Came the Stranger" in the late 1960s. Radley Metzger, for his follow-up to The Private Afternoons of Pamela Mann, decided to go a completely different route with his second hardcore film. Naked Came the Stranger is a film that relies heavily on the style of comedy known as screwball, which was most popular during the depression era.

Though I am a huge fan of the screwball style of comedy, I was initially not impressed with how it's used in Naked Came the Stranger. Upon subsequent viewings of Naked Came the Stranger, the comedic set pieces finally connected with me. Two of the more notable moments of humor include the many times in which Billy and his secretary rush off into town at the end of each radio session and meet up for a sexual rendezvous. The other moment that stands out is when the film’s main protagonist, Gilly, dances in an empty pool while dressed in a tuxedo.

Besides the aforementioned comedic flourishes, another area where Naked Came the Stranger holds up really well is its stylish cinematography, notably a black & white sequence that pays tribute to silent films. Also, the music always plays an important part in every Henry Paris film, and the score for Naked Came the Stranger does a superb job reinforcing the mood.

All around, the acting is outstanding, especially Darby Lloyd Rains, who portrays Gilly. Her comedic timing and onscreen chemistry with Levi Richards are Naked Came the Stranger’s greatest assets. That said, though none of the other cast stand out, their performances suit the story that unfolds.

Radley Metzger’s growth from each hardcore film is remarkable, especially when you factor in that he never repeated himself. Though his early forays into hardcore lack the heat of his later films, he still manages to craft some scenes that are better than most of his peers. Some notable moments include a scene with Gilly and sex toys and another scene where Gilly performs fellatio on a two-tier bus.

Once again, Radley Metzger puts together a narrative that finds a perfect balance between exposition and sex scenes. The two protagonists and her husband's infidelities are the narrative's driving force. Besides humor, screwball comedy's influence can be felt in Naked Came the Stranger’s pacing. Ultimately, Naked Came the Stranger is an exemplary example of adult cinema’s golden age.

Mélusine gives Naked Came the Stranger a definitive release, highly recommended.

Note about the 4K screenshots: It is not possible to make Dolby Vision or HDR10 screenshots that faithfully match the experience of watching a film in motion on a TV. Instead of not having any screenshots, all of the 4K screenshots are m2ts taken with a MPC-HC player and lossless PNGs.














Written by Michael Den Boer

Wednesday, February 12, 2025

The Image – Mélusine (UHD/Blu-ray Combo)

Theatrical Release Date: USA, 1975
Director: Radley Metzger
Writer: Radley Metzger
Cast: Mary Mendum, Carl Parker, Marilyn Roberts, Valerie Marron, Michelle Vence, Estelle McNalley, Nicole Rochambeau

Release Date: January 21st, 2024
Approximate Running Time: 91 Minutes 3 Seconds
Aspect Ratio: 1.85:1 Widescreen / 2160 Progressive / HEVC / H.265 / Dolby Vision HDR10
Rating: NR
Sound: DTS-HD Mono English
Subtitles: English SDH
Region Coding: Region Free
Retail Price: $52.98

"While attending a dull, bourgeois party in the heart of Paris, Jean is transfixed by the shy, yet strikingly beautiful Anne. Although barely able to interact, Jean remains preoccupied by her mysterious and on-edge demeanor. After a chance encounter with Anne's housemate-cum-lover, the stern and older Claire, Jean is delighted by an invitation to join them for an afternoon at the park. However, as the day progresses, he is shocked to discover that Anne is engaged in a strange, sadomasochistic relationship with Claire, in which she must adhere to Claire's every whim, no matter how grotesque. Sensing his enthusiasm, Claire decides to invite Jean to their home and slowly begins ingratiating him into her and Anne's unusual lifestyle." - synopsis provided by the distributor

Video: 5/5 (4K UHD, Blu-ray)

Here’s the information provided about this release's transfer, "Newly scanned and restored in 4K from its 35mm original camera negative."

The Image comes on a 66 GB dual layer 4K UHD.

Disc Size: 61.5 GB

Feature: 61.1 GB

The source looks excellent, and as great as the Synapse Films Blu-ray looked, this new transfer is an improvement upon it. Flesh tones look healthy, color saturation, image clarity, black levels, contrast, and compression are solid, and the image always looks organic.

The Image comes on a 25 GB single layer Blu-ray.

Disc Size: 22.8 GB

Feature: 22.8 GB

This Blu-ray uses the same master that is used for the 4K UHD disc.

Audio: 5/5

This release comes with one audio option, a DTS-HD mono mix in English with removable English SDH. The audio sounds excellent; better than it ever has. Dialog comes through clearly, everything sounds balanced, and range-wise the score and ambient sounds are well-represented.

Extras:

Extras for this release include reversible cover art (inside cover art features four original posters), a gold foil magnet clasp slipcase + slipcover set (limited to 4,000 units), and a 52-page booklet with liner notes titled The Making of The Image written by Ashley West.

The sole extra is a booklet with extensive liner notes that covers everything about the making of The Image.

Summary:

A chance encounter with a former friend ignites a sadomasochistic relationship.

The image was adapted by Radley Metzger, one of the prominent filmmakers working in softcore erotica cinema in the 1960s and early 1970s. The Image, like his film Score, often blurs the line between softcore erotica and hardcore. By the time that Radley Metzger set his sights on making the definitive cinematic statement on sadomasochism, he had begun the transition from softcore erotica to hardcore, with films like The Private Afternoons of Pamela Mann and Naked Came the Stranger. A few years after The Image, he directed what is arguably the best hardcore film ever made, The Opening of Misty Beethoven. But let’s not get too far ahead of ourselves. Let’s dig a little deeper into the film at hand, The Image.

The Image is adapted from Catherine Robbe-Grillet's (wife of French filmmaker Alain Robbe-Grillet) novel of the same name. The narrative revolves around three characters: Jean, the man drawn into this sadomasochistic ménage à trois; Claire, an older wealthy woman; and their plaything, Anne. Structure-wise, the narrative does a superb job establishing the relationship between the three main players, especially Jean and Anne. There is a well-defined evolution to the proceedings at hand that makes everything all the more plausible and easier to digest.

When it comes to the performances, none shine brighter than Mary Mendum (Abigail Lesley is Back in Town), who portrays Anne. At the time of filming The Image, she was dating Radley Metzger. She delivers a phenomenal performance that is arguably her best. Though most of the characters are secondary, there are two other key characters, Jean and Claire. Carl Parker and Marilyn Roberts portray the characters, delivering pitch-perfect performances that counterbalance Mary Mendum's.

An area where The Image excels is its picturesque visuals, which use the Paris locations for maximum effect; notably, a scene in a rose garden is one of the more visually resonating moments. Another area where the visuals excel are the S&M moments; they are exquisitely realized. Ultimately, The Image is more than a series of sexual rendezvous around the city of Paris; if you are willing to look past the stylized moments of sexualized fetishism, there is a well of subtext that can be gleaned from this film, notably how pleasure and pain are intertwined.

Mélusine gives The Image a definitive audio/video presentation that comes with an exemplary booklet, highly recommended.

Note about the 4K screenshots: It is not possible to make Dolby Vision or HDR10 screenshots that faithfully match the experience of watching a film in motion on a TV. Instead of not having any screenshots, all of the 4K screenshots are m2ts taken with a MPC-HC player and lossless PNGs.

 











Written by Michael Den Boer

Monday, January 6, 2025

The Tale of Tiffany Lust – Mélusine (UHD/Blu-ray Combo)

Theatrical Release Dates: France, 1979, USA, 1981
Director: Gérard Kikoïne
Writer: Radley Metzger (as "Jake Barnes")
Cast: Dominique Saint Claire, Veronica Hart, Desiree Cousteau, Vanessa del Rio, Samantha Fox, George Payne, Ron Jeremy, Candida Royalle, Roger Caine

Release Date: August 29th, 2023
Approximate Running Times: 86 Minutes 23 Seconds (Hardcore Version), 83 Minutes 55 Seconds (Softcore Version)
Aspect Ratio: 1.66:1 Widescreen / 2160 Progressive / HEVC / H.265 / HDR10 (Hardcore Version), 1.66:1 Widescreen / 1080 Progressive / MPEG-4 AVC (Both Versions)
Rating: NR
Sound: DTS-HD Mono English (Hardcore Version), Dolby Digital Mono French (Softcore Version, Hardcore Version - Blu-ray Only)
Subtitles: English SDH (Both Versions)
Region Coding: Region Free (UHD)/Region A (Blu-Ray)
Retail Price: $52.98

"Tiffany is a typical New York housewife whose life couldn’t be better. The only thing is, she’s sick of it and has decided that today she will break free from the shackles of mundanity and explore all of her pent up sexual desires. After leaving a parting note for her husband, Tiffany is off to see Betty, an experienced prostitute who gives her a chance to explore her sapphic side. However, it's a visit to the wild goings on of New York's favorite sex themed radio series, The Florence Nightingale Show, that really opens her eyes to the unlimited realm of sensual possibilities. But as each erotic experience becomes more outrageous than the last, Tiffany begins to wonder whether liberation truly is better than love." - synopsis provided by the distributor

Video: 5/5 (4K UHD), 4.5/5 (Blu-ray)

Here’s the information provided about this release's transfer, "Newly scanned & restored in 4K from its 35mm original camera negative."

The Tale of Tiffany Lust comes on a 66 GB dual layer 4K UHD.

Disc Size: 60.2 GB

Feature: 59.9 GB (Hardcore Version)

Outside of a few very minor blemishes, the source looks excellent. Colors are nicely saturated, image clarity, contrast, black levels, and compression are solid, and the image always looks organic.

The Tale of Tiffany Lust comes on a 50 GB dual layer Blu-ray.

Disc Size: 46.4 GB

Feature: 23 GB (Hardcore Version), 19.3 GB (Softcore Version)

Audio: 4.5/5 (DTS-HD Mono English), 3.25/5 (Dolby Digital Mono French)

This release comes with two audio options, a DTS-HD mono mix in English and a Dolby Digital mono mix in French. The English language track is in great shape; it sounds clear, balanced, and robust when it should. The French language track comes from a VHS source; it sounds clear and balanced. The only subtitles are removable English SDH for the English language track.

Extras:

There are no extras on the 4K UHD discs.

Extras on the Blu-ray disc include a theatrical trailer for the hardcore version (4 minutes 46 seconds, Dolby Digital mono English, no subtitles), a theatrical trailer for the softcore version (3 minutes 42 seconds, Dolby Digital mono English, no subtitles), a now & then locations featurette titled The Locations of Tiffany Lust (2 minutes 28 seconds, Dolby Digital stereo, music from the film playing in the background), and a conversation with director Gérard Kikoïne titled Talking About the Tale of Tiffany Lust (18 minutes 45 seconds, Dolby Digital stereo French with removable English and French subtitles).

Other extras include reversible cover art and a gold foil magnet clasp slipcase + slipcover set (limited to 4,000 units).

Summary:

A bored housewife searches for sexual fulfillment.

The Henry Paris films have a look, a vibe about them, none of which is present in The Tale of Tiffany Lust; there is a workmanlike quality to the visuals, which are devoid of a distinct style. Though Radley Metzger wrote The Tale of Tiffany Lust, and some sources credit him with directing, the end result is nothing like his previous forays into hardcore cinema. This release has an interview with Gérard Kikoïne, who describes Radley Metzger’s involvement as mostly working with actors, while he was totally responsible for the visuals. That said, it's clear that Radley Metzger did not direct The Tale of Tiffany Lust.

Though released in America in 1981, The Tale of Tiffany Lust is actually a much older film being released originally in France in 1979. Despite many of its cast, crew, and director being from France, The Tale of Tiffany Lust was shot in New York City. That said, the end result is in line with other American adult films from this era.

Though recognizable faces from 1970s/80s adult cinema populate the cast, they are given nothing to work with. The narrative is anemic and all characters are one-dimensional. Like so many adult films, The Tale of Tiffany Lust’s narrative is heavy on sex scenes, and plot is an afterthought. When it comes to the sex scenes, they are nothing special; they could have been directed by anyone. The best part of The Tale of Tiffany Lust is the scenes with Vanessa del Rio, who portrays a radio show whose live audience performs sex acts. Ultimately, The Tale of Tiffany Lust is a by-the-numbers adult film that’s only remembered because of Radley Metzger’s involvement.

The Tale of Tiffany Lust gets a definitive release from Mélusine.

Note about the 4K screenshots: It is not possible to make Dolby Vision or HDR10 screenshots that faithfully match the experience of watching a film in motion on a TV. Instead of not having any screenshots, all of the 4K screenshots are m2ts taken with a MPC-HC player and lossless PNGs.












Written by Michael Den Boer

Sunday, January 5, 2025

Maraschino Cherry: Platinum Elite Collection 2 Disc Set – Distribpix (DVD)

Theatrical Release Date: USA, 1978
Director: Radley Metzger (as "Henry Paris")
Writer: Radley Metzger (as "Jake Barnes")
Cast: Gloria Leonard, Leslie Bovee, Annette Haven, Constance Money, C.J. Laing, Jenny Baxter, Penny Cherry, Wade Nichols, Susan McBain, Eric Edwards

Release Date: January 23rd, 2009
Approximate Running Time: 84 Minutes 51 Seconds
Aspect Ratio: 1.85:1 Widescreen / 1080 Progressive / MPEG-4 AVC
Rating: NR
Sound: Dolby Digital Mono English
Subtitles: N/A
Region Coding: Region 0 NTSC
Retail Price: OOP

"Gloria Leonard runs a pricey house of prostitution, and business is booming. Then her younger sister shows up and announces that she wants to earn her spurs in the world’s oldest profession. Gloria is simply thrilled to have her sister training to take over the family business, and she promptly begins her education. She starts with the simple pleasures her business offers its clients all the traditional forms of sex." – Synopsis provided by the Distributor

Video: 1/5

Here’s the information provided about the transfer, "Digitally remastered from the original 35mm film."

Maraschino Cherry comes of a single layer DVD.

Disc Size: 4 GB

This transfer is a huge letdown; not only is it interlaced, but a Video X Pix appears on screen before each sex scene. Black levels are not convincing; there are compression and edge enhancement issues. Considering the source, the original 35mm film should have produced a better transfer. Reportedly, Distribpix re-released Maraschino Cherry on DVD with a better transfer; unfortunately, it is also OOP.

Audio: 2/5

This release comes with one audio option, a Dolby Digital mono mix in English, with no subtitles. The audio sounds boxy, and it lacks depth.

Extras:

Extras on DVD disc one include a classic slideshow (an image of unrelated hardcore images), bonus trailers All About Gloria Leonard and Inside Seka (9 minutes 15 seconds, LPCM mono English, no subtitles), and an interview with Gloria Leonard (5 minutes 42 seconds, Dolby Digital stereo English, no subtitles).

Extras on DVD disc two include a slideshow for Maraschino Cherry (26 stills), a theatrical trailer for Maraschino Cherry (5 minutes 56 seconds, Dolby Digital mono English, no subtitles), bonus scenes from All About Gloria Leonard and Misbehaving (8 minutes 46 seconds, Dolby Digital mono English, no subtitles), and an interview with Gloria Leonard (29 minutes 54 seconds, Dolby Digital stereo English, no subtitles).

Other extras include a strip of 35mm film from a Maraschino Cherry, a slipcover, and an 8-page booklet with liner notes written by Benson Hurst.

Summary:

Maraschino Cherry's little sister visits her one day and wants to learn the business of being an escort.

When Radley Metzger made his last adult film, Maraschino Cherry, he had all but run out of ideas and inspiration. It is like he saw the writing on the wall, like he had four years earlier when he transitioned from softcore into hardcore cinema. The industry was on the verge of a major change; instead of shooting on film, things would shift to video, making films cheaper and more accessible for anyone who wanted to make an adult film.

Outtakes from other Henry Paris films likely contribute to Maraschino Cherry's disjointed feel. The scenes with Constance Money are outtakes originally shot for The Opening of Misty Beethoven. Editing holds together Maraschino Cherry and makes it better than it should be, despite its shortcomings. This is especially notable in how effectively the editing blends newly shot footage with outtakes.

When it comes to the cast, it's one area where Maraschino Cherry is not lacking. It is a superlative cast of who’s who of 1970s adult cinema: Leslie Bovee, Annette Haven, Constance Money, C.J. Laing, Jenny Baxter, Penny Cherry, Wade Nichols, Susan McBain, and Eric Edwards. The standout performance is Gloria Leonard’s portrayal of the protagonist.

The Henry Paris films are known for their offbeat humor and witty dialog, and Maraschino Cherry is overflowing with amusing set pieces. Notable examples are a man who cums every time he sneezes and a woman who gets whipped and used as a human clock. The most memorable moment is an S&M scene with C.J. Laing.

When I first saw Maraschino Cherry 18 years ago, I viewed it via a previous DVD release, which was missing about 11 minutes of footage. This new edition reinstates all missing footage, and it was like seeing Maraschino Cherry for the first time. Ultimately, though Maraschino Cherry does not reach the artistic heights of the other Henry Paris films, the result is a film that is still better than most adult films.

Maraschino Cherry is begging for a new release that is on par with the other Henry Paris home media releases.








Written by Michael Den Boer

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