Radley Metzger, a trailblazing figure in American adult cinema, hailed from the vibrant city of New York. Initially, he made a significant impact in the erotic film world by importing and distributing European erotic films, including the groundbreaking Danish sex film "I, a Woman" released in 1965. Concurrently, Metzger decided to venture into directing his own features, which swiftly garnered recognition for their meticulous attention to composition, opulent settings, and provocative subject matter that pushed the boundaries of eroticism.
Among his most renowned softcore features are the critically acclaimed "Therese and Isabelle" (1968),"Carmen, Baby" (1967),and "Camille 2000" (1969),all of which were shot on location in Europe. Other notable Metzger films from this period include "The Lickerish Quartet" (1970),"Woman of the Year" (1972),and "Score" (1973).
Following the rise of hardcore pornography in the US adult film market, which was spearheaded by the massive success of "Deep Throat" in 1972, Metzger continued to direct explicit features under the pseudonym "Henry Paris." His notable works in this genre include "The Private Afternoons of Pamela Mann" (1974),"Naked Came the Stranger" (1975),"The Opening of Misty Beethoven" (1976),and "Barbara Broadcast" (1977).
