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This special limited edition spot gloss slipcover (designed by JJ Harrison) is limited to 3,000 units and is only available on our website and at select indie retailers. Absolutely no major retailers will be stocking them.
The biggest stars, best directors, and highest production values; that is a QUALITY X film. These deluxe Blu-ray editions of some of the genre's masterpieces, along with plenty of hidden gems, offer beautiful restorations and plentiful bonus features, all presented in homage to its namesake of esteemed New York film distributor, Mature Pictures, the company which almost single handedly raised the bar for outstanding sex films, and whose films will be included in this fittingly elegant collection.
Eddie Czeropski is scraping by, trying to make it as an actor in New York. His friend Donny is an actor too, although not the same kind as Eddie. Donny moonlights in adult films for the tough-as-nails director Carolyn King. While visiting Donny on set, Eddie manages to fill in for his friend when Donny fouls up a shoot. Spotting his natural talent, Carolyn makes quick use of Eddie for a score of movies. When Eddie lands a role on a soap opera, he believes his adult career will fade from the public’s memory. But with the nascent videocassette market, Carolyn sees an opportunity to exploit. When Carolyn decides to cash in on the sex films of a current daytime TV actor, how will Eddie respond? A multi award-winning meta masterpiece from writer/producer Joyce Snyder (Public Affairs, Pledge Night) and cinematographer/director Larry Revene (Wanda Whips Wall Street, Fascination), RAW TALENT combines introspective drama, outrageous action set pieces, and avant-garde editing, including subliminal imagery, to create a hardcore feature unlike anything else. Starring Jerry Butler (Star Angel) in his most acclaimed and controversial performance, along with Lisa Deleeuw (Centerspread Girls), Rhonda Jo Petty (Candy Goes to Hollywood), Joey Silvera (Climax!), and newcomer Cassandra Leigh (Playpen), this outrageous and poignant hit comes to Blu-ray from Quality X, newly restored in 4K from its 35mm camera negative, loaded with fresh extras, and completely uncut for the first time in almost 40 years.
directed by: Larry Revene starring: Jerry Butler, Lisa Deleeuw, Cassandra Leigh, Joey Silvera, Ron Jeremy, Rhonda Jo Petty, Jose Duvall, Taija Rae 1984 / 81 min / 1.85:1 / English DTS-HD MA 1.0
Additional info:
Region Free Blu-ray
Newly scanned & restored in 4K from its original 35mm camera negative
Feature length audio commentary with producer Joyce Snyder moderated by Ashley West of The Rialto Report
Audio interview with Jerry Butler as featured on The Rialto Report
Video interview with producer and writer Joyce Snyder
Video interview with director and cinematographer Larry Revene
Archival image gallery
Original theatrical trailer
Monologue tribute to Jerry Butler
Script to screen featurette
36 page booklet with essay by Steven Morowitz and Dino Proserpio
11x17 replica Japanese one-sheet
Reversible cover artwork
English SDH subtitles
Overall rating: 4.683544 / 5 from 79 reviews.
AI Generated Review Summary
RAW TALENT is a restored 4K Blu-ray release featuring a meta masterpiece with introspective drama, outrageous action, and avant-garde editing. The film, starring Jerry Butler and Lisa Deleeuw, offers a unique blend of beauty, quality, and a compelling story. With fresh extras and completely uncut for the first time in almost 40 years, it's a must-have for fans of the genre.
"Good story and some surprisingly good acting and some hot women." — Casey K.
"The latest release via Quality X is an outstanding transfer from the golden age of adult cinema." — Charles D.
"Packing movie, with a real story and good performances." — DARIO T.
Reviews
Raw
"Classic movie and this release is packed, beautiful restoration of the film itself and a solid amount of interviews and supplementary material makes this a must buy."
— Ben C. (5/5)
A miss for me
"Not my cup of tea. The way he stuffed that bird and mixed that mayo ?? Borderline disturbing. Lisa deleuew was completely wasted here. There is a bizarre scene where she is plunged into a baday. The style of this movie is cool and the production is a top notch. The acting is also worth mentioning but there just aren’t any sensual sex scenes in this. It actually plays more like a grind house parody with an occasional bang bang"
— Matthew K. (2/5)
Great to finally have a blu-ray of Raw Talent!
"Really enjoyed this set. The film looks great, and it's awesome to finally own a copy. Really enjoyed Jerry Butler as well as the plethora of bonus features. More Jerry Butler, please!"
— Nathan M. (5/5)
Greatest of All Time?
"Do I mean the film or Jerry Butler? Yes. This is a near-perfect release of what might be the best adult film I've ever seen. Great in every way it could be and a release so stacked the case almost doesn't close!"
— Justin O. (5/5)
No talent required.
"Raw talent. Well, I'm sad to tell you; Jerry Butler is all but talent. The release however is packed with a poster and a think booklet. Like the glossy cover too."
— Stefan N. (3/5)
Jerry Butler Kicks Ass!
"Literally. And also, makes a mean turkey sandwich. I’d put this one in the top tier of adult films. Great performances throughout and stylish filmmaking. Excellent interviews and commentary."
— Matthew M. (5/5)
Drama, sex…and martial arts
"Packing movie, with a real story and good performances. And a mean streak which doesn't let go. Great cast and fascinating look at the X-rated New York of the 80s. The special features are interesting enough, and the 4K restoration is pretty good. Recommended."
— DARIO T. (4/5)
Never order the turkey
"I think this has to be one of the best acted adult films ever made. Terrific performance by Jerry Butler and Lisa De Leeuw always delivers. Slipcover looks fantastic and I love that artwork."
— Patrick D. (5/5)
Solid, well made NY adult filmmaking and it has Kung Fu!
"Very good adult film with good acting, production and decent martial arts choreography. A wealth of special features, a very long interview with Jerry Butler and excellent commentary from producer Joyce Snyder who was very serious in making a good movie."
— Kenneth C. (5/5)
Raw Talent a Meta Porn that could
"A rescued Gem. Great script and acting. Lovely artwork. Raw Talent comes in a deluxe edition with booklet with a great essay and a japaneese poster. Extras include AUDIO interviews and a video interview with director and DP Larry Revene. The transfer is absolutely gorgeous. Very highly recommended."
— Hansi L. (5/5)
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