Johan Paulik, a Bel Ami legend who has gone behind the camera, has put together what is called a "Journal," really a collection of scenes, some of which were used in Bel Ami movies and some that were not. Johan and his trusty camera were lucky enough to capture these precious moments for posterity and it's a great idea to package them together. If the scenes don't have all of the glamour and perfection of a typical Bel Ami scene, it's because they were never meant to be such, but it doesn't mean they are any less enjoyable.
"Voyeurs in Africa" is the name of the first vignette, shot in 2005. The titles say that Johan "happened to catch how Marc was trying to seduce Tommy by experimenting with some amateur filming." Now the footage can finally be shown! Marc Vidal, a toned vision with perfect black hair and an oiled tanned body, is lucky to have a camera handy, because smooth muscled Tommy Hansen is beating off in a nearby pool chair. Marc takes care of that by replacing Tommy's hand with his mouth. He provides a fun tongue-flicking blowjob, taking time also to suck on Tommy's balls. Marc takes the camera back from Tommy (don't worry, Johan's camera captures the action) so they can capture Tommy cumming. Marc gets to shoot as well and the two kiss, using lots of tongue, as demanded by Johan with that trusted other camera.
Though the next scene is called "Lazy Afternoon," there's no such thing with young eager Bel Ami boys, all far too energetic to ever be lazy! This 2006 scene came about when Johan invited Danny Saradon to South Africa, and when he's paired with Giorgio Carrera, the two alleviate each other's boredom. Danny is a compact athletic stunner, and Giorgio is a tall smooth brunet, and both are surprised by this dick-a-dick Johan has arranged for them. Neither objects, naturally. Giorgio's giant curved cock is hard when Danny arrives, so Danny gets to blowing it quickly. His mouth can't take that much, but his fingers are a big help, earning raves from camera-toting Johan. Giogio has an easier mission with Danny's moderate pecker and works is rather sweetly with a loving tongue. The scene comes to a rather strange dead halt when Danny stops to prepare his ass for fucking, but it's soon back on track when Giorgio gains entrance. Danny is tight, very tight, but Giorgio loosens him up and is able to fuck him pleasurably. The anal work here never crackles, but it's lovely to behold, quick as it is. Before long, both guys are flat on the bed jacking until they spew.
Johan's wild ride then produces "Photosession." Also in Africa, this time from 2004, we are reunited with Marc Vidal. He and his perfect hair are to be photographed with plucky bright-eyed Rick Fontana. They certainly do make a sumptuous couple. Johan had noted before presenting the scene that the two shared a notable chemistry, and it's true. Even just posing for pictures the two are completely hard and really seem into each other. This is only supposed to be a photo session, so there is no hardcore action. However, the scene bristles with heat as the two kiss, touch and almost get to do a variety of things. I was aching for a mouth positioned near a cock just for a picture to actually gulp the cock, but I'll just have to let my imagination fill in what doesn't actually happen. They do get to cum, and Marc has a bountiful load.
2006 also produced "Greek Siesta," moving us from Africa to magnificent Mykonos. Johan's diary says that there was a need for quiet when shooting Elias Kudrow and Justin Boyd due to the neighbors, but "Justin revved things up and he was heard far and wide." The action occurs during a photo shoot where Justin is actually an assistant. Brunet blue-eyed hunk Elias is just sitting idle, but he admits to Johan that he would love a crack at blond adorable Justin. Elias flirts so shamelessly with Justin that the latter drops what he's doing (in the middle of the shoot) and hastens off with Elias to be filmed by Johan. Copious kissing sets the feisty mood. Justin gets to work blowing Elias, and it's a passionate blowjob, with lots of sexy eye contact and lust in it. Elias is more of a near deep-throater and he has Justin quivering with pleasure and it doesn't take long before Justin cums. Excellent bottom Justin takes a hearty plugging from Elias, who does a lot of bending over so they can kiss during penetration. Justin rides Elias feverishly, causing Elias to cum and crumple in exhaustion.
"Who Is Fastest?" That's an intriguing question, answered by a 2005 South African scene that is actually a competition set up by Johan to see which of his available boys can cum fastest. Marc Vidal and Giorgio Carrera are back, joined by Liam Phoenix, Ethan Clarke and Sascha Chaykin. The randy bunch show off their dicks and talk about how much foot size impacts their size. None of that is really interesting. Better is watching the guys jack off. The winner is Marc, but after Sascha cums too, they all race off to the pool, all but Ethan, who stays behind to cum in private.
Can't get enough of Marc Vidal? Good, because he's in 2004's "Pleasant Surprise" with Jason Paradis, a square-jawed hottie with a tasty muscular body. Marc surprises Jason in the shower, but Jason willingly goes along with Marc's sexy thoughts. He has Marc blow him to start, and it's fun for Marc because he gets him from flaccid to hard. Jason does okay when he sucks Marc's enormous piece, staying mainly at the head, which is most manageable. Jason has a mouthwatering fuzzy ass, and Marc gives it superb treatment with a rimjob. He shows the pink hole to the camera and wants to get inside. He does, and he makes the most of it. He's merciless with Jason, thrusting through the tightness with oodles of steam. And this is sideways, no less! Marc is also exceedingly potent missionary and then Jason gets to ride with Marc thrusting up at him.
The title "First Time" has a double meaning here. Chris Casablanca made his Bel Ami debut in the 2004 movie which produced this side scene, and Johan also writes that "it marks the historic inception of my first attempt at filming documentaries." Thin blond Chris is on a balcony overlooking a street (and apparently anyone looking up could have seen), naked and getting hard. Magnificent Sebastian Bonnet arrives, also half-hard, and there's no doubt that playtime is on. Sebastian is off to a sterling start when he blows Chris, full of vitality that Chris finds "fantastic." Inside, they fall into a sublime 69 that is expertly filmed to show off two hardworking mouths and two luscious dicks. After talented Chris gets a chance to gulp Sebastian solo, Sebastian tops Chris. Some of their energy dissipates, but it's a very proficient fuck. When told to go faster, Sebastian fucks Chris doggy and obeys that command. Sebastian gains his strength and then fucks Chris vehemently in many positions, just as directed.
"Secrets Shared." That sounds tantalizing! Back is Danny Saradon, now with Ben Keaton. The intro to this 2006 scene tells about Danny's prowess riding a motorcycle. I guess he's fine, but I was definitely more interested in his sex scene with tall inked Ben. This picture-perfect couple does it in an abandoned building. There is way too much pre-scene introduction material, but it's worth waiting to see Danny suck Ben. Everyone around them is hard watching! The scene is chopped up to show more of what goes on every time they stop, but Danny has a chance to fuck Ben too. Unfortunately, this is more documentary than sex, but the brief hardcore seems like it would have made a marvelous scene.
Last is "An Unexpected Visit," which has Danny again, not that there's ever too much of Danny Saradon. The scene was supposed to be a simple solo for angular cutie Todd Rosset, but Danny showed up and wanted in. Why refuse? Todd actually gets to work himself, both pumping his dick and shoving a buttplug up his ass, while watching some engaging porn. But, when Danny arrives, Todd doesn't have to do anything but recline and let Danny delight with his mouth. Danny, preening with that body that doesn't quit, enjoys Todd's blowing. It's fast-paced both because Todd likes to suck and also because Danny face-fucks him aggressively. Danny is in the same mode when he fucks Todd. He's a mass of slams, just plugging Todd with all he's got. The anal cascade is short because Todd shoots quickly.
DVD features: Chapters; trailers ("PinUps" and "Out in Africa "); and no regional coding (playable worldwide).
A DVD Review by Brent Blue