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

Rissa May, Elizabeth Skylar, Scarlett Alexis among those recognized; Sage Hunter named Crush of the Month

By Patrick Parker

Mar 12, 2026 • 9 min read

February delivered one of those epic runs that remind you why digging through the week’s releases is such a joy for serious porn fans. There were standout moments everywhere you looked: Demi Hawks and Dan Damage teaming up for a scene highlighted by an incredible blowjob sequence, with Derek Dozer’s subtle reflections catching every angle and every freckle of Hawks’ perfectly natural look. Vixi Rafi pushes oral artistry even further alongside Hope Heaven for Slayed. Always a favorite, Rissa May commands the screen opposite Zac Wild in Bang Rammed, delivering one of those high-energy performances where every whisper, moan, and grin feels dialed up to eleven. And Sage Hunter continues her meteoric rise with Max Fills in Bang: Surprise, pairing athletic sexual spectacle with the kind of confident charisma that has already made her a fan favorite.

Rissa May and Zac Wild for Bang Rammed

Banged grabs you by the back of the collar and shakes you in Rissa May’s opening strip tease. The intense music certainly gets your attention, but it’s fitting – anything Rissa does is pretty intense, doubly so when Zac Wild is involved.

This is a turn-your-volume-up scene. Rissa blends whispers of dirty-talk with her satisfying moans and deep “ngh” as she deep throats, tortures, and tantalizes Wild’s cock as only she can. Together with those skin-smacking sounds, this is sexual music at its best.

Wild’s first fucks are deep and doggystyle. He fucks hard and fast, whipping up a delicious topping of pussy cream - just beautiful. Then there’s an awesome blowjob turned face-fuck in the most literal sense. Following some serious sucking, she pulls his dick out and rubs it all over her face, quite literally fucking with her cheeks, eyes, ears - everything!

For orgasms, watch for that awesome side-straddle. It’s all about teamwork. Zac Wild balances two-in fingering with serious fucking, and Rissa works her tits and clit to a wet climax. It’s so awesome that even the cameraman gets excited.

It doesn’t stop there. Rissa May dominates reverse cowgirl with wet and hard fucking. You can see the pressure wave resonating through her body — quick vibrations rattle across her pussy, those big breasts slowly sway, and at the center of it all, that Rissa May smile.

Bella Blu and Small Hands and Bellessa Blind Date

When it comes to building chemistry, Bellessa Blind Date has got the formula on lock. The concept is simple. Take two pornstars, don’t let them see each other, and interview them with a voice-changer. Once they get to know each other, the curtain comes down, and they meet each other, sometimes for the first time, and fuck.

Bella Blu’s confident sense of joy takes this one over the top. According to her, Blu’s “sexual trademark” is giggling. It’s not a performance trick; she just laughs when she’s having fun. It’s that authenticity that lends Bella Blu to awesome porn.

It’s all about chemistry, and these two have got it. The secret sauce to this scene can be summed up with one word: anticipation. Blu and Hands had never worked together, but they had been “internet friends,” according to Blu. In fact, they had been coordinating to shoot some content together.

So picture this. You’re looking at your pal’s porn, thinking through how to make a good scene in the coming weeks, when surprise: there they are! Now you get to know each other sexually, unexpectedly, and share that experience through the high-end art of a Bellesa scene. Incredible.

And the sex is incredible! It’s everything that real sex should be. It’s horny, thirsty, and lusty, but at the same time, it’s fun, goofy, and downright memeable. Friendly fucks, real pillow talk, and silly banter make for one of the sweetest scenes yet.

Sage Hunter and Max Fills at Bang: Surprise

Max Fills gets a taste of Sage Hunter’s glorious pussy in their first porno pairing in their first porno pairing for Bang: Surprise. Ms. Hunter is one of the hottest talents to hit the industry, netting an AVN nomination for Best Newcomer this year. It’s a well-earned accolade considering her impressive resume.

In this installment of Bang: Surprise, Max Fills is on call to fuck and be fucked by this lithe goddess of pussy. From the opening oral, it’s a wonder. Deep throats give way to smiles, and the duo takes on a twisted sixty-nine that is as challenging as it is spectacular.

That’s what this film is all about: sexual spectacle of the highest caliber. Max’s oral sex ranks among the best he’s ever done. Eating pussy, he shows a clear understanding of how to manipulate and pose Hunter’s lips with pinpoint precision. It’s like watching a jeweler set a rich display case with the finest precision.

Sage Hunter raved about her experience, “Max made my first oil scene one to remember! I loved working with Pat Myne for my first time, I loved the setup & obviously, the banging!”

There’s good fucking for sure, especially Sage Hunter’s easy-going side straddle. She maximizes the view of all the ins and outs as she smirks at Fills, full of flirtation. And for hardcore fans, there’s an awesome reverse cowgirl where Hunter takes charge.

Violet Voss and Alex Legend in NubileFilms' Immaculate

Big-busted Violet Voss returns with a bang in “Immaculate,” her fifth NubileFilms appearance. “Immaculate” caters to the naughty housemaid fantasy with a not-so-subtle tease as Voss flirts as she dusts the house in a low-cut shirt and hiked up skirt. Legend tries to play it cool, but Violet Voss’ sexuality is undeniable.

While the leap from housework to sex takes some suspension of belief – she asks to use the shower to get ready for a “thing.” The simplified storytelling is forgivable as it opens the scene for a nude Violet Voss.

Swift pussy eating follows, and Voss is quick to open up with those cutie cooing moans. Eye contact is on point, too, especially during Legend’s cock reveal. She bites her lower lip and looks into his eyes with longing. It is hot.

It’s a slow-paced scene with delicious sex. Showy wet blowjobs give way to smooth and easy fucking. And Violet’s body comes alive with hardened nipples, glowing skin, and an eager, at-attention clit. These are the subtleties that die-hard porn fans will notice and appreciate.

Elizabeth Skylar and Manuel Ferrara at Jules Jordan

Elizabeth Skylar stuns in a confident POV performance for JulesJordan. Sporting thin yellow lingerie, a glammed-up hairdo, and a pleasing lack of clothing, she is an inspiration.

Great porn is all about chemistry, and anytime Ferrara and Skylar hook up, the fans reap the rewards of their reaction. It’s a gorgeous progression full of flirtation, tease, and more. Her opening strip tease and hint of masturbation is breathtaking. And her boobs are incredible – a well-known fact, but something about the way they look in this moment captivates the soul.

Ferrara is looking sharp, too! He sports a fresh and hip hairdo as he munches pussy like he’s got something to prove. The way he smears Skylar’s juices all over her lips with those wet post-cunnilingus kisses is special – a taste that serious sex connoisseurs are bound to notice and appreciate.

Scarlett Alexis, Ava Amira, and Alex Jones at Bellessa House

Bellessa has taken the House concept to the moon with this one. Scarlett Alexis and Ava Amira know each other so well – they’re not only pornstars, they’re in an open relationship. So when you feed a stud like Alex Jones to two sexually empowered lovers, sparks are going to fly.

It’s a delightful, sweet scene as Alex greets Ava and Scarlett with gentle kisses. Naturally, he goes straight for their tits, but it doesn’t last long. The ladies have other plans, laying him down and stripping his pants in seconds.

Then, wow – hold on as Ava begins to suck that giant cock: she can barely fit it into her mouth. Enter Scarlet Alexis, effortlessly jamming the whole shaft down her throat without a whimper. It’s impressive – so much so that Alex even lets out a smirk as he exclaims, “God damn!”

Alex Jones keeps you guessing as he strips his lovers of their panties. Eating pussy, he maintains the suspense – whose pussy is he going to fuck first? The choice scarcely matters: Scarlett and Ava are both divine. You can’t go wrong fucking either one, and tonight, he gets both.

Live couples are the best, and there’s something special about the way Ava admires Scarlett’s sex. She smiles knowingly, all while Jones fucks her honey silly. The post orgasm response is as real as it is sexy: laughter.

And watch out when Amira mounts that cock. She gets on top, and after a fit of giggles at the sheer size of the thing, she gets serious. She fucks with deep eye contact, breathy moans, and serious stimulation. It is cummy and exceptional.

But nothing is more exceptional than the vision of Scarlett Alexis cumming on top. She rides Jones’s cock recklessly. Her abs are tight, breasts bouncing, and body cumming. But the best part just might be Ava Amirah’s intense interest as she watches her lover cum.

Crush of the Month: Sage Hunter

Sage Hunter’s brand of energetic and intense sex has made her a go-to star for epic porn. Quickly approaching 100 scenes, this porno newcomer is making waves.

And her work has not gone unnoticed. She’s already been nominated for five best newcomer awards from the likes of AVN, XBiz, XMA, and XRCO!

She rocked February with high-end fuck for her Bang debut, and showed her softer side in a beautiful and artful girl-girl with Lana Smalls for Sweetheart Video. And she kept gonzo lovers happy with an intense fuck fest at YesGirlz.

Cute and petite, Sage Hunter is the pussy-lover’s fantasy. She’s blessed with lips for days. Those folds upon folds upon folds are a work of art. But the real magic is in her arousal. That delicate sculpture firms and plumps, creating a splendid frame for her tight pink opening.

Her passion for porn is infectious. It comes through in her work – you can see that this is someone who is steeped in sex culture and understands the importance and value of great porn. Indeed, she was a serious fan with a creampie fetish well before joining the industry.

Beyond sexy videos, Sage is a porno fan’s fantasy. She’s ever-present on social media and quick to surprise a fan or two with a reply or like. It’s those little connections that make her a fan favorite and a cultural icon for Gooners.

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.