: Further explores the repercussions of these relationships, maintaining the series' signature focus on narrative-driven adult drama. Taboo IV (1985)
Taboo IV is fascinating because it fails. It tries to be too many things: a cautionary tale, a softcore romance, and a hardcore horror movie. The reviews were brutal. One contemporary trade publication wrote: "The taboo is no longer shocking; it is just boring." Taboo I-II-III-IV -1979-1985-
Taboo's music was ahead of its time, influencing a generation of musicians to come. Their experimental approach to sound and style paved the way for future electronic and alternative bands. If you're a fan of artists like Joy Division, The Cure, or Depeche Mode, you owe it to yourself to check out Taboo! : Further explores the repercussions of these relationships,
The final work, , was perhaps the most provocative and ambitious of the series. It integrated performance art, installation, and live events to create a visceral experience that challenged the audience's perceptions of taboo. IV addressed issues of power, control, and the manipulation of societal norms, questioning who holds the authority to dictate what is considered acceptable. The reviews were brutal
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.