The film's success spawned a long-running franchise (including
Also, the film romanticizes a relationship that, in real life, would be psychologically catastrophic. Modern viewers may find it uncomfortable, not just because of the taboo but because the film ultimately doesn’t condemn it strongly enough for some tastes. taboo 1 1980
It was one of the first adult films to be widely available on the burgeoning home video market. No discussion of Taboo 1 is complete without
No discussion of Taboo 1 is complete without analyzing the performance of Dorothy LeMay. Prior to Taboo , LeMay was a typical ingénue of the adult world. With this film, she became its tragic heroine. Her portrayal of Barbara is raw and emotionally naked in a way that transcends the physical acts on screen. Her portrayal of Barbara is raw and emotionally
(1980) is a landmark American adult film that became a significant cultural phenomenon during the "Golden Age of Porn". Directed by Kirdy Stevens and produced by Helene Terrie, the film is primarily known for its controversial subject matter and for making its lead, Kay Parker , one of the most famous figures in the industry at the time. Plot and Themes
Kirdy Stevens Starring: Kay Parker, Mike Ranger, Dorothy LeMay, Juliet Anderson Genre: Adult / Drama Release Year: 1980