They always say that the crazy ones are the most fun, and this is no doubt the case for Tori Welles, who plays the part of a woman with multiple personalities...all but one of which is a total sex fiend. Indeed, Welles'' character transforms from one identity (and outward appearance) to another, as she compulsively fucks her way through what seems like half the town...apparently enjoying every minute of it. Such is the case in "The Chameleon", an exceptional 1989 release from director John Leslie and VCA.

John Leslie's "The Chameleon", which many, including this reviewer, consider his masterpiece, begins with a soothing blues ditty by Bill Reid as the credits go up. We then open with a woman named Diana (Tori Welles) talking to her psychiatrist (Richard Pacheco). It appears that she has sexual problems, although they're not what you would probably imagine. It turns out that Diana's a "chameleon". If you don't know what I mean, just read ahead and you soon will. We then cut into a sizzling sex scene with a woman (April West) taking on two guys (Scott Irish, Axel Horn). After they are finished, the woman goes to the bathroom, where she turns into Diana! She has the ability to change her identities, which she takes to her full advantage. This is much to the chagrin of her boyfriend Marc (Tom Byron), for whom sex is a much more meaningful experience.

The ChameleonAn Official Selection of the Goldmember Masterpiece Collection What is the Masterpiece Collection? I suppose it is my personal pornography Hall of Fame. It is only for those select films that I consider to be at the very pinnacle of the industry. This is an honor reserved only for films that I believe will stand the test of time. The Chameleon - The Details Studio - VCA Director - John Leslie Female Cast - Tori Welles, Victoria Paris, Selena Steele, Debi Diamond, April West, Rose, Pamela, Lynn Francis Male Cast - Peter North, Tom Byron, Buck Adams, Joey Silvera, Axel Horn, Scott Irish, Ray Victory Running Time - 1 hours 15min (approx) Overall Impression This is a true classic! This 1989 film stands the test of time better than I would have ever imagined considering the last time I viewed this masterpiece was over a decade ago. Sure this is a rather bare bones transfer from video to DVD, but the feature is just so well done that I could not resist giving this walk down memory lane a five star score. This film may very well be Tori's best.

* DIRECTOR: John Leslie. * DURATION: »85mins. * STARRING: April West, Debi Diamond, Lynn Francis, Pamela Rose, Selena Steele, Tori Welles & Victoria Paris. The Chameleon is a 1989 porn classic directed by John Leslie and starring the insatiable Tori Welles. I have it on loan from a friend considerably more versed in 80s pornography than myself, but was still quite interested to see it. Unlike other classics Ive reviewed, this one actually turned out OK and succeeded in stimulating body and brain with its eroticism. Definitely a good choice for couples if they can get past the funky hairstyles. Hairstyles aside, the women were natural-looking the only departure from that department being Toris breasts (which were still a sight to behold). The sex wasnt as hot as contemporary offerings but the eroticism was right up there, and there were merits for this film in not just being about inter-genital reciprocation. Tori really carries the day with her performances and voracious appetite.