Customer Reviews

Full Body Massage (PAL Format)

5 star:		(23)
4 star:		(9)
3 star:		(7)
2 star:		(4)
1 star:		(7)

 

 

Ever rent or buy a movie for one reason, but end up having the film pleasantly surprise you for other reasons? That's what happened w/me when I bought FULL BODY MASSAGE.

Granted, the primary reason most people (like me!) are going to purchase this movie is the implication that Mimi Rogers is going to be naked thru most of it. Not to worry, the movie delivers in this aspect. I HATE it when some flicks have the promise of being saturated with nudity, but come to find out there is maybe a grand total of 5 seconds worth in the entire film. That's not the case with this movie.

Rogers has a unique, exotic elegance. Hers' is not the type of beauty that you will find on a bikini poster. Rather, her appearance has a much more serene and mysterious flavor to it. This, combined with the fact that she is middle-aged, give this production a nice mature (not in the sexual sense), almost sophisticated tenor.

The other major character is played by the Australian actor Bryan Brown. He doesn't seem to do too many roles, but he does pop up every now and again. He is a massage therapist who "sits in" for the normal therapist of Rogers' character. His accent is a nice touch, although I did get a bit tired of him pronouncing massage as "mAssage" (with a long A sound).

What is really refreshing about this film, however, is that it truly tells the story about both characters. It also delves into the various aspects, histories and techniques of massage therapy. Instead of being just a film for a male audience, I would argue that it is a borderline date movie. There's a lot more substance to it than you may think. The incidental music is also very fitting, giving the film an overall soft-jazz feel.

The only criticism I have is that Rogers' character only pays the masseuse $100 when its all over. Then, she is told, $100 is too much. That's an absurdly low cost. First, given all of the myriad techniques that he did, he must have been there for hours. I know that $100 won't even get you a HALF hour at some of the most respectable massage parlors. Second, it would cost a whole lot more than that for the masseuse to come & set up shop at your home (which was the case here). Third, given the fact that Roger's character lives in a bona-fide mansion & drives a brand new Mercedes, it is difficult to fathom her inviting bargain-basement massage therapists into her home.

All that aside, this is not just a good erotic movie, but is a genuinely good movie, period. If you're a fan of Mimi Rogers, Bryan Brown and / or full body massages, this one is a can't miss.

I've always wanted to see Mimi Rogers' ample breasts, and this movie delivers them in all their glory! Bryan Brown is one lucky guy when he gets to oil and massage them! I would have done it for nothing! The plot isn't so hot, but Mimi certainly is!

I purchased this movie for one reason and one reason only. To see Mimi nude and this movie delivered. Mimi has a natural beauty; she is a normal woman who is quite sexy and what can I say about her magnificent breasts. Nothing like Mimi's body all oiled up!
All Mimi fans should see this movie.

I'm not going to go into the normal aspects of film review for Full Body Massage here because I don't feel they apply. The reason this film is popular is because it contains Mimi Rogers' most extensive film nudity. That is the reason most people will seek it out, rent it, or buy it. Its also the reason the majority will like it. The plot is so confusing and the dialogue so boring and talkative that you may find yourself turning the sound off. Very quickly: Bryan Brown is a masseuse that fills in for rich Mimi's regular guy. The entire movie is one long massage session intercut with flashbacks by both characters concerning their previous relationships. I've told you too much. It simply doesn't matter. The nudity is excellent and Mimi has never done more. I read one review that said she looked "overweight". If that's overweight, keep up the good work. Mimi looks great and is on display throughout the film, that's all most need to know. Forget the plot & script, enjoy the view.

Who cares about massage? Mimi's chest is the star of this movie. The video may be pricey but when you see her chest you will think it's a bargain!

I first saw this movie on cable many years ago. After a long
search I finally found it on an imported DVD. Definitely worth
the price ! Aside from the fact that the viewer gets to see
Mimi Rogers nude, Bryan Brown turns in an excellent performance
as the masseur who fills in for Mimi's regular. He explains the
origin of massage as a form of medicine to Mimi, ranging from
the ancients to the Hopi Indians. The film also explores some
of his family roots as well as the woman who apparently taught
him some of the spiritual aspects surrounding massage therapy.
If you're into massage, or even Mimi Rogers, buy this one !

I have this as one of my favorite and most under-rated films. First let us define comments about nudity. There is no female frontal nudity, below the navel. Likewise, one can turn Mimi over and see a back and legs but little in-between. So the pure porn and sex lovers might not enjoy this. Go see one of Laura Gemser's films such as Emanuelle in Egypt for kicks. One reviewer, who did outstanding analysis raised the concern that the masseur felt $100 was too much. Maybe he enjoys his professional and feels joy in helping someone relax. Indeed, he helps Mimi get some of the kinks out. There are lots of objects of art shown in Mimi's palatal home. These contribute. Mimi keeps having flashbacks to her normal masseur who satisfies her sexual needs, going beyond the professional limits. She is rather disappointed in Brown. There is some antagonism as she tries to bait him. Brown is cool and unflappable. He won't indulge Rogers by hand play but begins to engage her mentally through discussion. Then there seem to be flashforwards to her and Brown frolicking together. Flashbacks might be a bit detracting. This film must be studies a few times to observe the nuances. The verbal interplay between Rogers and Brown is fascinating. He takes to her and toward the end one can see Mimi finding a new relationship form with an intelligent, well
versed professional. Mimi is beautiful. There is the pleasure that comes from observing a lovely lady. But her assets include the mind and personality. Add these all together, bring in the cool, confident and inspired Brown: Eureka. This is a film for discerning people, not voyeurs. I treasure it and can't await the re-watchings to learn more from their discourse.

Alan D. Kardoff

Yes, this movie portrays a beautiful lady who is undressed for most of the time and considering that it's Mimi Rogers, it's OK with me! I am also a big fan of Bryan Brown and found the chemistry between the two actors to be interesting. I like talky movies with thoughtful dialogue. "My Dinner with Andre" tops my list. Watching movies like this is so much more interesting than the the usual Hollywood big bang, many dead people stuff that they churn out by the bucketloads. If you like thoughtful dialogue and watching the relationship between two people develop, watch this movie!

The story is pretty lame, Mimi Rogers is a rich, hard nosed art dealer who gets scheduled "full body massages" and the normal masseuse is replaced by Brian Brown. The attempts to give the film depth by using flashbacks don't cut it and Brown's mysterious obsession with tribes does not help either. On the other hand, Mimi Rogers has never done this much nudity in a film. She is barely in a scene where shes not naked and oiled up, so enjoy! Where did you think those 5 stars came from anyway?

Yes, seeing a very generous Mimi Rogers in her natural state can be delightfully enjoyable--for a while. But eventually, over the course of seeing Mimi lying face down, Mimi's legs getting oiled, Mimi lying on her back, Mimi putting on a robe, Mimi taking off her robe, Mimi dragging the massage session from one room to another (What, no curb service?), the viewer begins to hope. . .beg. . .pray. . .for a story, any story.

Alas, FULL BODY MASSAGE has no story, only a monotonous, shallow, boring dialogue between Rogers and her "substitute" masseur, played by a poker-faced Bryan Brown. A discussion of quantum physics would have been more entertaining as opposed to the psuedo-existentialism exchanged between the two characters, as Brown pinches, pops, plucks, probes, and palms Mimi's legs, back, and ample derriere. We are also given the bonus of flashback scenes with both characters--scenes that, unfortunately, add nothing to the overall nonstory. And at the end of the film, when absolutely nothing is resolved, the viewer is left frustrated and just a tad bit grouchy.

If I want to see Brown wax philosophical, I'll watch "Cocktail." And if I wish to see Mimi, I'll simply pick out any number of countless frames of this movie and hit "Pause." FULL BODY MASSAGE gets two stars for the eye candy: at least, for as long as you can stay awake.
--D. Mikels