Have you seen the movie Henry and June?
Great stuff; it's a pity NC-17 didn't remain a hallmark of good adult-themed entertainment rather than "the new X" that all movies will strive to avoid.
Like a lot of visually-oriented males, I appreciate sex and sensuality in movies, but I find it a lot more enjoyable (not to mention better lit) when it's a sidestory in a "real" film, rather than anything that only aims to be porn-- I think it has to do with finding sex appealing mostly when there's a story to go with it, as a part of a "real" life, rather than something in isolation.
Kirk; I have been meaning to rent it for eons now and have not found the time. For certain Henry Miller was a word master and the movie I'm sure is quite interesting.
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