As promised, the latest episode of “PG Porn” debuts today, with Roxy and Belladonna taking James Gunn‘s brand of sexless porn to an Old West saloon. (Okay, Roxy just dances during the credits, but whatever.)
This is the sixth episode of “PG Porn” that we’ve seen, and we think we’ve finally figured something out: every other episode of the series is good. As far as we’re concerned, “Roadside Ass-istance” and “Helpful Bus” were the times when Gunn really hit his mark… while, uh, “Squeal Happy Whores” was a little… off.
Alas, “High Poon” comes on the heels of the stellar “Helpful Bus,” and—in keeping with the pattern—doesn’t quite live up to its predecessor. And what’s funny is that the problem is a pretty simple one: “High Poon” doesn’t actually fulfill the promise of “PG Porn.” It’s not a super porny setup that takes an unexpected turn for the nonsexual; in this case, it’s the tale of a super controlling director who can’t stop interrupting the taping of his cowboy porn.
Do you see the distinction we’re making here?
James Gunn, if you happen to be reading this: we really love the exposure you’re giving all these girls, and we do love “PG Porn”—when it’s actually PG porn. If you could just stick with that premise… well, we’d be even bigger fans than we currently are.
· “High Poon” (spike.com)
