Sex in the Comics (1972)
Title: Sex in the Comics
Director: Anthony Spinelli(as Eric von Letch)
Release Year: 1972
Running Time: 1:21:43
Summary:
"Sex in the Comics," also known as "The 8 Pagers," is a live-action film that brings to life the risqué characters from underground comics known as Tijuana Bibles. These comics, typically small and consisting of eight pages, were precursors to modern adult material, featuring explicit content and distinctive art. The film features male actors in exaggerated makeup and rubber masks portraying characters from the comics, while female performers wear minimal clothing. The sets are uniquely designed with hand-drawn, cartoonish aesthetics, contributing to the film's surreal atmosphere. Notable scenes include exaggerated sexual acts, presented in a bizarre and comedic manner. The narrative follows a reporter interviewing a cartoonist who reminisces about the provocative nature of older comic strips. While some characters may be recognizable, the film blends fictional and real comic characters engaging in explicit scenarios, often with absurd elements that heighten its weirdness. Critically, the film's editing style includes jump cuts and freeze frames, adding to its 1970s charm. The content is varied, encompassing different sexual interactions, including male-female and female-female scenes, alongside puppet performances. Overall,"Sex in the Comics" is characterized as an unusual choice for adult entertainment, offering a distinct experience for viewers seeking something unconventional.
Cast Highlights:
- Ric Lutze as Dogwood / Various Roles
- Tricia Opal as Dixie Dig / Various Roles
- Rick Cassidy as Frenchman / Various Roles
- Nina Fause as Blondie / Various Roles
- Keith Erickson as Det. Richard Tracy / Various Roles
- Cyndee Summers as Etta Kett / Various Roles
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