Barbara Broadcast - 1977

There are a few 70's porn movies that are absolute "must see" classics. Today's choice is high on that list. Barbara Broadcast, released in 1977, is an example of just how good adult entertainment can be, when it tries. This is big budget porn, with a cast of extras rarely seen in adult movies. Beyond that, the writing is smart, taking subtle (and not so subtle jabs) at the state of American culture, with a sophisticated wit. Not all of the humor in the movie is highbrow. You might even find yourself laughing, (well, at least snickering) out loud once or twice.

 

As soon as the opening credits end, we enter an upscale New York restaurant, and immediately know that this isn't your typical porn movie. The sets are elaborate, to say the least.

Autobiography of a Flea - 1976

The first porn movie that I remember seeing in a theater was the amazing Autobiography of a Flea. I had seen a few other flicks, including a ton of softcore and the impressive John Holmes playing a sailor who thoroughly wore out a set of twins. But the first feature that I recall watching from beginning to end was this well-known hit starring Jean Jennings, Paul Thomas, Annette Haven, John Leslie and a host of others.