Taboo I-ii-iii-iv -1979-1985- |best|
The Taboo series, released between 1979 and 1985, stands as one of the most commercially successful and culturally significant franchises in the history of the adult film industry. The series is renowned for elevating the "taboo" genre—specifically focusing on incestuous themes—into big-budget, narrative-driven productions. Unlike the "loops" or purely vignette-based adult content of the time, Taboo prioritized character development, acting, and cinematography, helping to legitimize the "adult feature" as a viable theatrical product during the waning years of the porno chic era.
What are your memories of the original Taboo films? Do you think the first one holds up as a 'film,' or is it just a relic of its time? Let me know in the comments. Taboo I-II-III-IV -1979-1985-
changed the game. Known for its 'Gothic' atmosphere and the iconic performance of Kay Parker, this series defined the high-production look of the early 80s adult industry. The Taboo series, released between 1979 and 1985,