Body Candy
Body Candy

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Body Candy

1980
Movie
Adult · 18+
73 min
English

Lady Veronica (played by Juliet Anderson), a retired Las Vegas brothel madam, is serviced by her chauffer, her butler and her new teenage hooker who enjoys shoving a string of pearls up her ass.

Insights

IMDb5.5/10
Director: Richard KernGenres: Drama, Horror, Experimental

Plot Summary

Body Candy is an experimental film that delves into themes of desire, obsession, and the fragmented nature of identity. The narrative, if it can be called that, follows a young woman's descent into a surreal and often disturbing exploration of her own psyche and relationships. It utilizes striking visuals and a non-linear structure to create a dreamlike, unsettling atmosphere.

Critical Reception

Richard Kern's early work, including Body Candy, is often viewed as challenging and divisive, pushing the boundaries of conventional filmmaking. Critically, it is recognized for its raw aesthetic and unflinching look at taboo subjects, though its avant-garde nature means it has not received widespread traditional critical reviews. Audience reception is similarly niche, appealing to those interested in transgressive cinema.

What Reviewers Say

  • Visually arresting and highly experimental.

  • Explores disturbing themes with a raw, unpolished aesthetic.

  • A challenging watch that blurs lines between reality and hallucination.

Google audience: Information on Google user reviews for Body Candy is not readily available due to its niche and experimental nature.

Fun Fact

Richard Kern created 'Body Candy' while still a student at New York University, and it was initially screened in underground film circuits before gaining cult status.

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