SEX AND BUTTERED POPCORN

Cinemavixion Review

Delving into the often-overlooked realm of exploitation cinema, "Sex and Buttered Popcorn" (1989) serves as a fascinating, albeit kitschy, retrospective. Director Sam Harrison skillfully navigates the murky waters of Hollywood's "naughty classics," presenting a candid look at the purveyors of passion films. Through a curated selection of rare clips from titles like "Reefer Madness" and "Mom and Dad," the documentary unravels the economics and allure of sin cinema. Ned Beatty, David F. Friedman, and Mildred Horn offer insights, grounding the sensationalist material with firsthand accounts. While the film itself is a product of its time, its exploration of genre filmmaking and the cultural impact of these provocative movies remains a compelling watch for cinephiles interested in the fringes of film history. It’s a spirited, if slightly sensationalized, tribute to a bygone era of filmmaking.