Blue Movie
Blue Movie

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Blue Movie

1971
Movie
88 min
Dutch

25-year-old Michael has been released from prison after a five-year sentence. He moves into a big apartment block, filled with young women who gladly have sex with him.

Insights

IMDb5.8/10
Director: Andy WarholGenres: Adult, Drama

Plot Summary

Filmed in Andy Warhol's famous Factory, 'Blue Movie' is an explicit and lengthy exploration of a couple engaged in sexual activity over an extended period. The film eschews traditional narrative in favor of an observational, almost documentary-like approach to the act of sex and conversation.

Critical Reception

As one of the first mainstream adult films, 'Blue Movie' was highly controversial and groundbreaking for its time. It received significant media attention for its explicit nature, pushing the boundaries of what was considered acceptable on screen and contributing to the burgeoning adult film industry.

What Reviewers Say

  • Pioneering for its explicit depiction of sex in cinema.

  • Seen as a significant cultural artifact in the history of adult filmmaking.

  • Praised for its raw, unsimulated portrayal, though often criticized for its length and lack of traditional plot.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce due to the niche and controversial nature of the film. When available, they often highlight its historical significance as a landmark in adult cinema.

Fun Fact

Andy Warhol initially planned to make a pornographic film with director Paul Morrissey and actor Joe Dallesandro titled 'Flesh for Frankenstein,' but it was later realized as 'Flesh' (1968) and 'Trash' (1970) by Morrissey alone, and 'Blue Movie' was Warhol's singular foray into mainstream adult cinema.

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