As unlike each other as black and white, these two new videos illustrate the importance of tone in creating an erotic mood. In Z/FX4, we jump right into the bizarre fantasies of a young girl: To be at the mercy of "The Aluteks", humanlike creatures devoted to satisfying bondage fantasies. The very serious tone, sans dialog, plays well in the surrealistic setting that is used here. For most of the video, a helmeted tormentor tit-squeezes, spanks and whips an attractive, bound brunette. Later, a blonde is introduced as co-victim and is encased in plastic wrap, breathing only through a tube. She also pulls double duty, tormenting the gagged Sierra to no end. The special effects that segue the scenes are liberally but skillfully applied, while competent lighting and camera work make this offbeat offering an enjoyable view.

In contrast, the interracial couple in Black & White Bondage appear in their own home as real-life lovers. I don't know which was more boring" Their incessant chatter or their snail-like pace. Charles finally does get his white woman tied to a table and over his knee for a half-hearted spanking. The only semi-interesting feature of this video is the black-on-white scenario. Serious B&D'ers will want to skip this one.