Crushin' It: Adult film critic Patrick Parker selects his top scenes from January

Isabella Angelina, Blake Blossom, Xxlayna Marie among those recognized; Britney Dutch named Crush of the Month

By Patrick Parker

Feb 12, 2026 ‱ 7 min read

It may be cold outside, but the new year is already heating up with strong pornographic showings through the coveted XXX award season. Strong showings abound from the likes of Megan Mistakes’ cum-hungry performances, lots of great anal by Scarlett Alexis, and solid performances by Cheerleader Kait.

January presents an impressive list of top-tier porn, but these are the top five scenes that are Crushin’ It in 2026.

Isabella Angelina for Private

Isabella Angelina kicks the year off at Private with her first gangbang! This marks Angelina’s seventh appearance at Private, following a strong series of sex scenes, including inspiring imaginings of anal and double-penetration.

The Italian porn sensation proves that she’s a star-in-the-making as she masterfully fucks four of Europe’s hottest cocks in this 45-minute fever-dream of a scene. It’s circular and rhythmic, opening with a 4-man blowbang chock full of sensuous eye contact and deep-throat action. It’s an exciting start, mirrored at the end with a big bukake finish.

Then there’s Isabella Angelina’s incredible sex – something fans are no doubt familiar with. In a word: wow. She fucks with hunger and precision, juggling each cock with ease and squeezing them with each glorious hole. Oral, vaginal, anal, and delectable DP are all on tap when Ms. Angelina is in the house.

Her porn is exhilarating, evoking the idea of a more hardcore version of Aria Giovanni. For lovers of hardcore sex, don’t miss Isabella Angelina.

Melissa Stratton and Vince Karter for HardX

HardX opened the year strong with “Black Lace and Ponytail”. It marks another strong showing from Vince Karter and features Melissa Stratton in her HardX network debut. “Lace” features sensual shower teases, chic fashion, and an outrageous cumshot, making it the perfect porno to warm you up during the cold season.

Fashion is first and foremost, with Stratton sporting a gold chain, dramatic yet natural makeup, and a tight, pulled-back ponytail. Karter appears shirtless, dressed up in fine slacks and a decorative leather belt. Their high-end style blends with the luxurious bathroom decor and gold trim, adding an elevated aesthetic to this space.

Watch for great stand-up sex with Stratton pounded against the shower wall. Karter knows his way around a woman, rotating Stratton with ease and offering open and delightful views as she fucks. And he’s ever in-tune with perfectly timed fingering, gentle slaps, and more.

Of course, all eyes are on Ms. Stratton – especially when she fucks in reverse cowgirl. Her pussy is a dream matched only by her brilliant smile. It’s so good that she returns to the position for a squirting encore – always a fan favorite. Her on-screen presence is powerful and captivating. “Lace” is a remarkable all-sex film to kick off 2026, and features two top-tier professionals at their best.

Blake Blossom and Mighty Dee for Bellesa

All good things come to an end. From the mind of Jacky St. James comes “The End,” a bittersweet story of a relationship unraveled. Flashbacks of greener days give way to one last hurrah between Blake Blossom and Mighty Dee.

Full-on romance porn, “The End” is both high-brow and beautiful. Blake emotes passionately, with longing eye contact and subtle smiles, ever cooing her trademark “ooh” as the action heats up.

And Mighty Dee crushes it with his Bellesa debut. New to porn, the 2026 nominated best male newcomer is a pornographic tour de force, posing and fucking Blake Blossom with the ease of a professional far beyond his years.

It’s a gorgeous scene, with Blake Blossom’s incredible-as-ever sex, and an exciting glimpse of a future star in Mr. Dee.

Xxlayna Marie, Kylie Rocket, and Zac Wild for Jules Jordan

Xxlayna Marie remains a dominant force in pornography, as evidenced by her recent AVN win for Best Tag Team Sex Scene. In Jules Jordan’s latest all-sex spectacular, she brings her captivating high-energy sex to bear against the legendary Kylie Rocket and Zac Wild.

All about action, this one opens with tasteful oral sex and quickly gives way to enchanting balcony fucks. Zac stands tall with a proud erection as he rails the ladies in turn, all while Kylie and Xxlayna lick up the juices.

And what juices there are! Pay close attention to Kylie Rocket, who is so exceptionally wet that you just might spot her cream running down Zac Wild’s cock in the sunlight. Gorgeous.

Great porn is all about good times – a truth that is not lost upon Kylie Rocket and Xxlayna Marie. Moving indoors, the fuckfest turns into a fun-fest as evidenced by bright and cheery smiles. Their joy is intoxicating–enough to put a smile on even the most jaded Gooner’s face.

Cherry Crush and Nikoletta Queen for Angels.Love

There exist three schools of cunnilingus: Eating pussy for her pleasure. Eating pussy for your pleasure. And eating pussy for showmanship. Porn usually falls into the latter, after all, it’s all about the show. But this New Year’s fuck rolls all three into one passionate example of pussy worship.

Nevermind Angels.Love’s threesome sex concept. This time, it’s all about sharing. The lucky fellow looks to be in heaven between Cherry Crush and Nikoletta Queen’s thighs, and each of our beauties is equally at home drinking from the altar of poonani. We’re talking deep and luscious licks.

But it’s more than just eating pussy. There’s a bond shared between all three as they kiss and taste the visibly wet pussy juices off each other’s lips and tongue. Something that Sabrina Carpenter alluded to when she sang “You’ll just have to taste me when he’s kissing you,” though this is far more consensual and tasteful than Carpenter’s soured relationship.

It’s also an ode to those early X-Art days with masterfully captured teasing fucks. You’ve got beautiful close-ups of cock pushing in slow, then pulling out fast. And what great pornography with each fuck neatly angled off for the viewer’s benefit. And to top it off, you get lingering close-ups on those pulsing, gaping pussies.

More than porn, this is Michelin-Star fine dining. High-brow stuff that will leave you hungry for more.

My PornCrush of the Month: Britney Dutch

Britney Dutch is a rising star out of the Netherlands on the cusp of greatness. Her lithe figure, porcelain skin, and dark features evoke the burlesque stylings of artists like Dita Von Teese.

With just over a year of porn experience, Dutch has already made a powerful impact with two AVN nominations and an XBIZ Best New Performer nomination. Internationally recognized, the likes of Private, Nubiles, Vixen, and more have already featured her remarkable brand of pornography.

She’s easily one of the most expressive performers around, apparently losing herself in sex. Dutch becomes almost trance-like as she fucks – ascending in a manner vaguely reminiscent of Chanel Camryn. Less orgasmic, but equally spiritual; a sight to behold.

With nearly a fourth of her scenes featuring anal, it’s no wonder Britney Dutch has become one of the best anal performers today. In fact, if you’re going to watch Britney Dutch, you’ve got to start with anal. Take her incredible Tushy DP with Alberto Blanco and Matthew Meier for example – a tasteful and artful film by Julia Grandi which highlights Ms. Dutch’s sensuous style while fucking two cocks with ease.

Another must-see: Britney Dutch’s Private Anal Introductions twosome with Lorenzo Viota checks all the boxes for great porn. Her intense eye contact, energetic transitions, and sexual hunger made it an obvious Crushin’ It pick last September.

A capable actress as well, Dutch flexed her thespian side with strong dialogue in LittleCaprice-Dreams’ art film “Rekindling Desire,” a stunning film featuring fashion, sex, and another delightful DP. She even goes all in, showcasing a wholly remarkable double creampie.

With only a handful of scenes to her credit, Britney Dutch is full of potential and a strong pick to watch for throughout 2026.

Patrick Parker / Contributor

Patrick Parker is an adult film columnist and reviewer. He has written about pornography for over a decade and remains a fan and supporter of quality porn.