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

Scarlett Rosewood, Gal Ritchie, Angel Youngs among those recognized; Eve Sweet named Crush of the Month

By Patrick Parker

May 9, 2026 ‱ 8 min read

True porn fans don’t just watch scenes – they experience performances. From glamorous fashion-fucks to raw hardcore sex pushing starlets to orgasmic bliss, modern porn is the perfect collision of artistry, lust, personality, and pure goon-fuel fantasy. And this month’s lineup spectacularly delivers all of this and more.

From Scarlett Rosewood’s breakout slut-energy at New Sensations to the warm neighborly threesome vibes of Elizabeth Skylar and Sky Wonderland, May was packed with standout moments that remind you why porn remains such a wildly creative medium. Add in Gal Ritchie turning masturbation into visual performance art, Melissa Stratton getting absolutely worshipped at DeepLush, and Eve Sweet continuing her ascent into full-blown superstar status, and you’ve got another stacked edition of Crushin’ It loaded with elite fucking, unforgettable orgasms, and the kind of scenes porn fans will be revisiting for a long time.

Scarlett Rosewood for New Sensations with Milan Ponjevic

Scarlett Rosewood knows how to showcase a solid fuck! Debuting in 2025, Rosewood is technically still a porn newcomer, but you wouldn’t know it from her hot and heavy performance with Milan Ponjevic.

A fashion-forward and cinematic all-sexer, this flagship scene from Paul Woodcrest’s “I Fucked the Girl Next Door” is all about attitude. Scarlett Rosewood may have girl-next-door looks, but she rocks the cool confidence and sultry demeanor of a truly heroic slut.

She plays sex with a blend of seduction and fun. On the one hand, you’ve got those big, hungry eyes and desperate blowjobs. Then there’s the big smiles and lighthearted moments as Milan eats and later rams her pussy. There’s even a fun spin on ball-play that’s less about pleasure and all about having a good time. It’s a powerful pornographic reminder not to take life too seriously.

It’s not just fun and games. Things get serious when Milan fucks her in spoon. He thrusts hard, mixing in rapid-fire micro-fucks that essentially turn his cock into a live vibrator. And then Rosewood’s reverse-cowgirl is pure magic. Woodcrest captures her throbbing clit as it casts dramatic shadows down low.

It’s a creative piece too, culminating in a unique “girl finishing the job” climax. Rosewood armpit-fucks Ponjevic’s cock to a shooting finish across her eager breasts. Remarkable porn.

Sky Wonderland, Elizabeth Skylar, and Parker Ambrose for Elegant Angel

Elegant Angel has paired top trending MILF performer Elizabeth Skylar with one of the hottest newcomers in Sky Wonderland for a real Mother’s Day treat!

Young couple Sky Wonderland and Parker Ambrose receive a call from Elizabeth Skylar’s out-of-town husband. Mrs. Skylar is lonely and could use some sexual comfort. Like a good neighbor, Ambrose and Wonderland are happy to oblige, bringing some much-needed joy next door.

The resulting threesome is a visual buffet of well-paced and delightful sex play. First off, Elizabeth Skylar deserves a round of applause for a passionate and wholly remarkable bedroom blowjob. Eyes closed, she works shallow suction, luscious licks, and cock-gagging deep throats into a beautiful dance with fluid full-body movements. And what a sight she is with her glammed-up hair and makeup and those epic tits bouncing in frame.

Consistent with the story, Elizabeth Skylar is first to fuck, jamming on Ambrose in a great reverse cowgirl. In fact, most of the scene’s fucking sees Ambrose deep inside Skylar – a fitting choice as the whole concept is to bring a little sex next door.

That’s not to say that Wonderland doesn’t get her fair share of cock, after all, a girl’s gotta fuck. But note how Ambrose eats Skylar’s pussy nearly every minute he’s inside Wonderland. It makes sense, as it’s all about Skylar’s pleasure in the first place.

There’s just one exception: he solely fucks Wonderland at the end. It makes perfect sense, though–when it’s time to cum, of course you want to get there fucking your girlfriend! It’s a fun, plausible, casual sex fantasy well executed by the team at Elegant Angel.

Gal Ritchie and Zac Wild for Bang!

What happens when you put two people with a deep understanding of porn artistry together at one of the top hardcore studios in America? Magic–pure pornographic magic.

Gal Ritchie’s latest Bang: Surprise opens with a glitzy and glamorous dildo tease. Everything from her golden high-heels to her fashion-model makeup screams Gucci, and her pink lingerie adds a pop of color against the bright white background.

It’s a pussy-lover’s dream from the get-go with deep spread-eagle closeups of her perfect little pocket. Then there’s Ritchie’s delightful dildo play – wow. It’s incredible to see the way she works that pink shaft. It’s not so much masturbation as it is performance art. She rolls and angles that thick shaft, using it as a tool to showcase her vaginal flexibility and beauty.

Suddenly, the tone shifts as Zac Wild enters. Ritchie’s in full Goonette mode as she watches him eat her out. It’s another spectacular performance, earning Gal Ritchie another Crushin’ It spot.

Melissa Stratton with Small Hands and Owen Gray at DeepLush

For authentic and wholesome sex content, DeepLush has it on lock. As a mid-month treat, Owen Gray and Small Hands teamed up to fuck Melissa Stratton in spectacular fashion.

Although it’s technically not an office-sex scene, fans of the genre will appreciate the heavy desk fucking. Natural wood and a rustic door make the whole experience gritty and voyeuristic. The whole aesthetic ties into the well-tatted style of Owen and Small Hands, too - a very cohesive visual package.

Melissa Stratton makes the perfect canvas for the Gray / Hands creative combo. Masters of pornography, their teamwork is simply next-level as they craft orgasm, art, and entertainment. But Stratton is the star, front and center as she cums, fucks, and sucks with that Hollywood-perfect smile.

This one is full of great moments. There’s an awesome vibrator-enhanced orgasm while Small Hands fucks Stratton. But if you look closer, Owen Gray works his magic, squeezing and rolling her tits in just the right way to push her over the edge.

And seeing Melissa Stratton cum in doggystyle is a dream. She takes you on a journey in this one; it’s just the right sort of beauty and love the world needs to see. Then there’s that satisfying double-pop shot with a very sexy creampie finish.

Angel Youngs and Skylar Snow with Charles Dera for Bellesa Films

Moody, dark, and cinematic, Bellesa Films’ “The Actor” is a visual feast of light, shadow, and sex. Angel Youngs and Skylar Snow fuck Chuck Dera bathed in ambient lamp-lighting and warm tones.

It all comes together through thoughtful set design. The warm leather tones and soft glow from the lampshades cast dramatic shadows on the nude flesh of our gallant trio. It’s an intimate experience with the camera close-in with stark contrasts and shimmering reflections on Skylar Snow’s face and Angel Young’s swaying breasts.

Their sex is masterful, with a steady progression of oral, fucking, and brilliant cumming. In typical Charles Dera fashion, he pulls off creative stances like a wide sideways fuck and numerous jujitsu-inspired squeezes and holds. He’s dominant, but not aggressive.

Watch for an amazing orgasm from Skylar in doggystyle right at the end of the second act. It’s an ethereal moment ending in outstanding oral as she buries her face deep into Angel Youngs’ pussy.

For phenomenal fucking, look no further than Angel Youngs’ wild reverse-cowgirl ride. She’s all smiles as she gasps and throws her hair back. And Skylar can’t help but watch as her tits bounce and clit grows with each big thrust. There’s even a great side-straddle thrown in for good measure!

Crush of the Month: Eve Sweet

Five years into her extraordinary career, Eve Sweet has become one of the most recognizable performers of her generation. She’s got supermodel looks with those dark eyes, salon-perfect hair, and a figure that will melt your heart. And there’s something remarkably cute about her–that welcoming smile and put-together look–a real girl-next-door vibe.

But speaking porn fan to porn fan, you have to perv-out and acknowledge those tits. In fact, there’s a strong argument that Eve Sweet has the best boobs in the business. Big pink nipples proudly stand on top of luscious and swaying C’s. It’s the perfect canvas for cumshots, titty-fucking, sucking, and more. Spotting a topless Eve Sweet is a bit like running across the classic porn of Aria Giovanni – an elegant and sultry experience.

Eve Sweet started her porn journey in 2021 with modest nude and masturbation-only shoots before jumping into spicier girl-girl porn for artcore studios like Dorcel. Even then, her ascent to stardom was obvious.

Consider “Best Friends Forever and Always”, one of her earliest girl-girl films, airing at LetsDoeIt in the summer of ‘21. This was a woman in her element. Already, Eve Sweet had mastered the art of sexual performance. With Tiffany Tatum, she demonstrated the joy of cunnilingus, her love of orgasm, and established that ultra sensual style that defines an Eve Sweet scene.

One year later, Eve Sweet was on the rise as one of Vixen’s most popular starlets, and for good reason. She shifted genres, becoming one of the most respected cock-artists of the year as she debuted that signature twirly tongue blowjob paired with off-the-charts fucking in six noteworthy Vixen films.

As if mastering dick and pussy weren’t enough, Sweet diversified again with a magnificent anal scene alongside Christian Clay for Hotel Vixen’s season two finale. That’s not all, she’s become a real hardcore star, rocking multiple anal performances, a gangbang, and a mouth-watering DP for Vixen’s The Long Con.

Just 31 years old and full of creativity, Eve Sweet has the adult industry at her fingertips. Fresh off three AVN wins this year, she has no limits.

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.