The mid-1980s was a transitional period for adult-oriented comedies. Following the massive success of Pasolini’s The Canterbury Tales (1972), which brought high-art aesthetics to Chaucer’s bawdy stories, several lower-budget productions sought to replicate that success by emphasizing the slapstick and the erotic.
"The Ribald Tales of Canterbury" is a classic work of literature that continues to captivate audiences with its ribald humor, memorable characters, and timeless themes. The 1985 adaptation of Chaucer's work offers a fresh and exciting take on the original material, reimagining the tales for a modern audience. The Ribald Tales Of Canterbury -1985- -Classic-