Joined!: The Siamese Twins / Separated (Double Feature) (1989)

Title: Joined! / Separated (1989)

Overview:"Joined!" features a pair of Siamese twins, portrayed by Racquel Darrian and Sabre, who share their romantic lives with their respective partners. The film is noted for its unconventional premise and was followed by a sequel titled "Separated!" later that same year.

Film Details:

• Directed by Paul Norman
• Studio: In Hand Video

Plot Summary: In "Joined!", the twins navigate their complex relationships, particularly with Racquel’s partner, Derrick Lane, who grows frustrated with the shared nature of their bond. This dissatisfaction leads him to suggest surgery to separate the twins. The sequel,"Separated!", begins with a brief recap and depicts the surgery, which is presented in a graphic manner reminiscent of vintage exploitation films. Post-surgery, the narrative shifts dramatically, focusing on individual sexual escapades of the twins, lacking coherence in relation to the main plot.

Critiques: Reviews indicate that "Joined!" is more soap opera than explicit film, while "Separated!" is criticized for its disjointed storytelling and reliance on arbitrary sexual scenes, culminating in an unconvincing ending. The portrayal of surgery lacks realism, as the twins show no signs of scarring afterward.

Scene Breakdown:

• Joined! 1. Sharon Kane and Jon Dough 2. Racquel Darrian and Sabre with Jon Dough 3. Cara Lott and Tianna 4. Racquel Darrian and Derrick Lane 5. Sabre and Tom Byron 6. Sharon Kane and Randy Spears 7. Racquel Darrian and Derrick Lane 8. Sabre and Tianna

• Separated! 1. Racquel Darrian and Sabre with Derrick Lane 2. Cara Lott and Tianna with Tom Byron 3. Cara Lott, Racquel Darrian, and Sabre 4. Sharon Kane, Jon Dough, and Randy Spears 5. Racquel Darrian and Derrick Lane 6. Cara Lott, Sabre, Sharon Kane, Tianna, Jon Dough, and Randy Spears

Technical Details:

• Video Quality: Decent
• Clarity Rating: 6/10
• Color Rating: 6/10
• Format: MP4
• Bitrate: 1.4 Mb/s
• Resolution: 576 x 432
• Audio: AAC, 2 channels

Quality Notes: The video is noted to have some grain and compression artifacts, affecting overall viewing experience.

Conclusion:"Joined!" and "Separated!" offer a unique yet controversial exploration of relationships through the lens of fantasy and exploitation, showcasing a blend of absurdity and adult themes that reflect both the era and genre.