Episode 252 Stocking Stuffers: 'Emanuelle's Revenge' (2023)/'The Sacrifice Game' (2023)

Adventures in Movies!

It has been a while since we last talked about video games, but some announcements at The Game Awards sparked our interest. (At least on the show.) We also speak about Smile 2 and its imminent release. Plus, how the change from Ryan Gosling to Christopher Abbott in Wolf Man may actually be a good thing.

Whether the original French or the Italian spin offs, the Emanuelle franchise holds a special place in the memories of a certain age group. Short on plot, but highly sexual, the films eased the transition into young adulthood. Most would be hard pressed to remember what they were actually about, but they still managed to leave an impression.

Emanuelle’s Revenge is the latest installment and, unsurprisingly, it has its share of sexy moments. In what will be a surprise to many, the story takes precedence. Highlighting it all are some strong performances, with Beatrice Schiaffino stealing just about every scene she is in at the titular and titillating lead. But do all the pros outweigh the cons?

This week’s feature presentation is the latest feature from Jenn Wexler. The Sacrifice Game is a holiday horror movie that could have been something special. There are great performances, strong characters, and a fun premise. If only the ending were a little stronger…

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