Maraschino Cherry (1978)
Title: Maraschino Cherry (1978)
Director: Radley Metzger (credited as Henry Paris)
Running Time: 1 hour, 24 minutes
Overview:
Maraschino Cherry centers around a successful house of prostitution run by Gloria Leonard. The plot unfolds when Gloria's younger sister arrives, expressing a desire to join the family business. Excited about her sister's ambition, Gloria begins to train her in various forms of sexual services offered to clients, starting with traditional sexual encounters and gradually introducing more complex practices, including BDSM.
Director's Influence:
Radley Metzger, renowned for his significant contributions to adult cinema, is noted for his stylish and provocative films throughout the 1970s. Maraschino Cherry is considered a culmination of his artistic vision, featuring lavish settings, attractive performers, and witty dialogue that elevate the erotic experience.
Content:
The film features a range of sexual themes, including BDSM, oral servitude, lesbianism, and various sexual dynamics involving multiple partners. The narrative is secondary to the erotic scenes, which are fast-paced and diverse.
Cast Highlights:
- Gloria Leonard as Maraschino Cherry
- Leslie Bovee as Maraschino's Assistant
- Annette Haven as Piano Bar Girl
- C.J. Laing as Maraschino's Slave
- Constance Money as Prostitute
- Other notable performers include Susan McBain, Jenny Baxter, and Wade Nichols.
Scene Breakdown:
The film is divided into multiple scenes featuring various pairings and interactions among the cast, emphasizing the film's focus on sexual exploration.
Technical Details:
- File Size: 823 MB
- Container: MP4
- Video Resolution: 720 x 398
- Codec: AVC1 (H.264/MPEG-4 AVC)
- Frame Rate: 29.970 FPS
- Audio Codec: MP3 (MPEG-1 Layer 3)
- Sample Rate: 48 kHz
- Bit Rate: 64 Kbps
Maraschino Cherry serves as a notable example of adult film from the era, showcasing the blend of eroticism and art that characterized Metzger's work.
