The series features host Tanit Phoenix (Death Race 2) introducing each standalone, 30-minute episode, which run the entire genre of fiction. The fourteen episodes included on this first season set include a bevy of attractive women who ultimately prove they can kick as much ass as they need to in order to be free of their tormenters. For example, “Behind Locked Doors,” concerns a troubled Hollywood starlet and paparazzi magnet that ends up in prison. On the lighter side of things, “Speed Date,” features a naive videogame designer who passes himself off as an entirely different person online and ends up being paired with a beautiful secret agent. The two go off on an adventure that finds them at a gangster’s hideout and a swingers party. The videogame designer is pretty darn funny!
Femme Fatales certainly has its fair share of sex and nudity in each episode, meaning this show is definitely not for everyone. Honestly, I’m not sure how many women will enjoy this one, no matter how empowering the show’s male creators claim it is. In the special features, one producer says, that in their stories, “The woman always comes out on top.” In a matter of speaking, I suppose that’s true. If light weight erotica is your thing, give Femme Fatales a look. The series is surprisingly well written, acted and produced.
E1 Entertainment has provided Femme Fatales: The Complete First Season with a rather polished presentation. Presented in the 1.78:1 aspect ratio, the image is clean and clear throughout. The Dolby 5.1 Surround mixes deliver dialogue clearly and effectively.
English SDH subtitles are provided.
In terms of special features, featurettes on the creation of the series, the making of, and how to stage a love scene; footage from their 2011 Comic-Con Panel; the black and white director’s cut of “The White Flower”; bloopers, deleted scenes, promos, isolated music tracks, and a photo gallery are included.
