There are strange movies. There are REALLY strange movies. And then there's SEX AND THE EMPEROR (1994).

On this episode of Gary Talks Physical Media, I'm diving into the new 88 Films Blu-ray release of SEX AND THE EMPEROR, a bizarre Hong Kong Category III historical exploitation film that left me staring at the screen wondering, "What the hell did I just watch?!"

Part outrageous period drama, part erotic exploitation, and part completely unhinged cinematic fever dream, SEX AND THE EMPEROR is the kind of movie that makes you question the creative decisions behind practically every scene. Just when you think you've figured out what kind of film you're watching, it finds another way to surprise you.

And believe me, not all of those surprises are good!

In this episode, I take a look at this unusual slice of Hong Kong cinema, share my reactions to its increasingly bizarre storytelling, and discuss whether this new 88 Films Blu-ray release deserves a spot in your physical media collection.

Is SEX AND THE EMPEROR an overlooked cult curiosity? A gloriously ridiculous piece of exploitation cinema? Or one of those movies that simply has to be seen to be believed?

I'm still trying to figure that out myself.

If you're a fan of 88 Films, Hong Kong cinema, Category III films, cult movies, Asian exploitation cinema, obscure Blu-ray releases, or just wonderfully weird cinema, this is an episode you won't want to miss.

Have YOU seen SEX AND THE EMPEROR? If so, please tell me I'm not the only one who finished this movie completely bewildered! Drop your thoughts in the comments.

And if you enjoy physical media reviews, Blu-ray and 4K UHD collecting, cult cinema, boutique labels, and discovering movies that exist somewhere beyond the boundaries of good taste and common sense, make sure to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and join me for more Gary Talks Physical Media!

Featured Release: Sex and the Emperor (1994)

Distributor: 88 Films

Format: Blu-ray

Genre: Hong Kong Cinema / Category III / Historical Exploitation

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