Menace: The Review
We've used the word "hot" countless times before in reviewing a scene or a whole movie and yet there are instances when use of one word simply isn't enough. Such is the case with the all-sex flick Menace from Raging Stallion. Director Tony Dimarco has assembled a cast of sexy men, paired them up expertly, and crafted a collection of nearly perfect and dynamic scenes where everyone involved gives 100%. We can't say this about most adult films, whether they have a plot or not, but every scene in Menace is a winner. About the only thing about which we can complain is in the inexplicably forbidding title--Menace is very inviting.
The first scene in Menace sets the high bar for the rest of the movie--it's the first-ever onscreen pairing of real-life boyfriends Bruno Bond and Steve Cruz. Naturally they have an advantage in that they have genuine chemistry, but this can just as much be an obstacle with less-skilled performers. We've seen other films with real-life boyfriends where sometimes they seem unable to relax and perform naturally. Just the opposite is true here. The scene with Cruz and Bond opens up with some super-passionate kissing and these two don't let up for one second. They push each other's buttons expertly in one long flip-flop scene that will remind you that good sex is fun and not a chore and that giving one's partner pleasure sometimes is more gratifying. When you watch this scene you can just imagine what life is like in the Bond-Cruz household.
The second scene maintains the momentum but shows the diversity of Menace by pairing up two relatively young performers RJ Danvers & Pistol Pete who seem like seasoned veterans. Danvers is given a real chance to show his sexually aggressive bottom persona to full effect with the sultry discovery Pistol Pete. He's got a smoldering intensity that looks like it could turn any top into a bottom. In the case of RJ Danvers he just gets more dominant--yes as a bottom. There's no indication that these two performers are hooked up in off camera but you might think so after this scene.
Two new Raging Stallion exclusives come together in scene three which may have a different dynamic than the first two scenes but is no less memorable. When we first read that David Taylor had signed with Raging Stallion we were thrilled although we did wonder how he would fit in. His scene here with Angelo Marconi erased any doubts we might have. They come together slowly and engaged in some serious slow-burning foreplay before they get down to business. It's great to see Taylor & Marconi explore each other's bodies first because we get to see the scene build in intensity while we the viewers get to watch these two and get acquainted with them. Here is where good editing comes in----we get to see David Taylor's hot body from all angles and we get to see his subtly expressive, boner-inducing reaction shots. Latin lover Angelo Marconi is a great contrast to Taylor's more All-American guy next door looks and this gives the scene even more pent-up tension.
The last pairing features Bruno Bond again, this time with Pistol Pete. The placement of this scene is interesting because it seemingly invites comparison with the two previous scenes featuring these guys. As it turns out they both turn in different kind of performances so the comparisons vanish while giving viewers a good look at their diverse skills. There's passion and intimacy but this is more an all-out sex romp, deliciously hardcore in the Raging Stallion style. You'll also see a few glimpses that each of these guys is having fun and that makes for viewer fun too.
While we prefer a movie to be on only one disc, the second disc of Menace is a surprising treat. It has two new solo scenes with new Raging Stallion exclusive Jason Crew and Bruno Bond, confirming that this ultra-sexy man is the star here. In fact if you haven't seen Bruno Bond in anything prior to Menace, this is a good primer on him & his performing skills. The same holds true for Jason Crew--even in a solo video he shows off his star quality. His good looks are riveting and that would probably be enough for you to check him out here. But Crew is more than looks. He has a repertoire of on screen skills not the least of which is the use of his very limber body and his ability to do a full-body solo. We get the feeling he might need a partner--he can make love to himself very well, thank you.
Also on this second disc is a great scene from Manifesto with Francois Sagat, Jay Black, and Huessein
plus an interview with Bruno Bond and Steve Cruz. Yes, one final reminder about the star power of newcomer Bond. Actually, unless you're the envious type, you'll find this interview segment to be sexy & heart-warming at the same time. You'll see what we mean.
Finally we usually like to commend the videographer/cinematographer when the visuals are as rich and appealing as they are in Menace. In this case director Tony Dimarco is also the cinematographer which explains why Menace is so cohesive in spite of a lack of script. The overall look of the film is intimate, exotic, and has a surreal quality without sacrificing believability.
Posted by JackManly at 5/17/2009 7:30 AM 
Categories: gay porn, video reviews
Tags: Bruno Bond David Taylor Steve Cruz Menace Raging Stallion
Categories: gay porn, video reviews
Tags: Bruno Bond David Taylor Steve Cruz Menace Raging Stallion
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