Category: 1980s

The Foxiest Angel

In which we bow down to the hottest, sexiest, and sultriest of Charlie’s Angels: Cheryl Ladd. Certain arguments among friends were a rite of passage for young Gen Xers during their misspent youths: Chrissie or Janet? Ginger or Mary Ann? Jennifer or Bailey? And which one of Charlie’s Angels was the hottest? Personally, I’ve always … Continue reading The Foxiest Angel →

Favorite Film Posters: Tequila Sunrise

Celebrating my favorite film posters. Robert Townes’s 1988 neo-noir crime drama Tequila Sunrise is one of my favorite Michelle Pfeiffer films. With a killer cast—Pfeiffer, Kurt Russell, Mel Gibson, Raoul Julia—exquisite, Oscar-nominated cinematography from Conrad Hall, and a memorable musical score by Dave Grusin, the Southern California-set Tequila Sunrise is a film that rewards repeat … Continue reading Favorite Film Posters: Tequila Sunrise →

Hot Shots of the Week: Spicy Italian

Spicy Italian songstress, sex symbol, and smoke show Sabrina Salerno makes her triumphant return to the Lounge for the latest edition of Hot Shots. Last time, Sabrina set hearts and libidos aflame, and she’s back to light your fire once more. While most of these shots are from earlier in Sabrina’s career, here’s one from … Continue reading Hot Shots of the Week: Spicy Italian →

Lost and Found: Angel

In which a Hollywood high school hooker becomes ensnared in a serial killer’s reign of terror. For my money, Angel (1984) deserves a spot on the Mount Rushmore of “hookers in danger” films that were so prevalent in the 1980s. I’ve already extolled the virtues of another masterful example of this cherished genre, Streetwalkin’ (1985), … Continue reading Lost and Found: Angel →

Lost and Found: My Wife Goes Back to School

In which Italian sex symbol Carmen Russo puts the “erotica” in “commedia erotica all'italiana.” The commedia erotica all'italiana ("sex comedy Italian style") was a highly popular genre of Italian cinema during the 1970s–1980s. To say they are an acquired taste would be an understatement. I’ve watched several over the years (usually thanks to YouTube) and they’re often … Continue reading Lost and Found: My Wife Goes Back to School →