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Notes on “Rocco”

Posted on October 25, 2017 by Fabrizio del Wrongo

Fabrizio del Wrongo writes: In “Rocco,” sex performer Rocco Siffredi presents himself as a porno Man of Sorrows. The camera ruefully venerates him, as do the young women he “breaks” on camera. The picture opens with a languorous close-up of … Continue reading →

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Movie Still Du Jour

Posted on April 30, 2014 by Blowhard, Esq.

Blowhard, Esq. writes: Anaïs Reboux and Roxane Mesquida in Catherine Breillat’s FAT GIRL. And if you haven’t already, you really should read PR’s essay on Breillat’s ROMANCE. As you can probably tell, the actors are looking in a mirror in this … Continue reading →

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“Nymphomaniac”

Posted on April 28, 2014 by Paleo Retiree

Paleo Retiree writes: Right up front, let me admit that I’m not going to be reviewing “Nymphomaniac.” If a review’s what you want, read a damn reviewer. They get paid to do that shit. Instead, I’m going to invoke my … Continue reading →

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