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Adventure Cult Classic

A sex-starved man hits the road for self-discovery in Carlos Tobalina’s wild debut.

INFRASEXUM

1969 · 1h 14m · R · Adventure / Drama · IMDB TMDB

A middle-aged man is having problems trying to regain his sexual drive. He leaves behind his old life and tries to discover a simpler happiness through painting and meeting new friends. Wanting to save him from a sexless fate, his friend attempts to solve the mystery of his sexual shortcomings, through any means possible.

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What is Infrasexum about?

Infrasexum is a 1969 American adventure drama film directed by Carlos Tobalina about a middle-aged man struggling to regain his sexual drive who seeks happiness through painting, new friendships, and a journey of self-discovery.

Programmer's Pick

Carlos Tobalina’s first feature throws a libido-challenged antihero into a swirling cocktail of sex, art, and oddball escapades. The mix of real locations and audacious scenarios makes Infrasexum a standout of late-60s American sexploitation. Tobalina’s signature blend of sexual frankness and idiosyncratic storytelling is already on full display.

— SassyFlix Programmer

Overview

Infrasexum follows the story of a middle-aged man facing a crisis of desire, prompting him to leave his old life behind in search of happiness. Trading routine for the open road, he embraces painting and new friendships, while his determined friend—played by director Carlos Tobalina—tries to solve the riddle of his sexual malaise by any means necessary. The film’s journey is punctuated by vivid visuals of Las Vegas and the Sierra Nevada, and its sexploitation roots are unmistakable, with nudity, offbeat subplots, and experimental flourishes. It’s a boundary-pushing, stylish debut that lays the groundwork for Tobalina’s later work, blending erotic adventure with quirky drama.

Details & Specs

Director
Carlos Tobalina
Writers
Claus Muras, Carlos Tobalina
Release
1969
Runtime
1h 14m
Country
United States of America
Genres
Adventure, Drama

Why This Matters

Marking the directorial debut of Carlos Tobalina, Infrasexum is an early entry in the American sexploitation genre, notable for Tobalina's multifaceted involvement as writer, producer, editor, director, and actor.
— SassyFlix Curator

Cast & Crew

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Director: Carlos Tobalina Writers: Claus Muras +1 more
EL Eroff Lynn Peter Allison Carlos Tobalina Carlos Tobalina Carlos Marsha Jordan Marsha Jordan Mrs. Allison María Pía María Pía Lisa Sharon Matt Sharon Matt Lori, the Nude Model William Kirschner William Kirschner Mr. Harris AD Anita de Moulin Rosina KF Kathy Ferrick Brunette KJ Kathe Johnson Vera Willing JW Janet Wass Margaret JN Joyce Newman Young Woman DR Dolores Ray Girl with Carlos WL William Larrabure Dr. Davis JC Jay Colonna Art Expert MM Mike Merino Carlos' Friend

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Why Cult

Sexually Frustrated Road Trip

A middle-aged man’s quest to recover his mojo becomes a journey through painting, new friends, and wild detours.

Tobalina’s Experimental Debut

Carlos Tobalina’s first film sets the tone for his later cult classics, with bold stylistic touches and a self-referential supporting role.

On-Location Scenic Footage

Striking shots of Las Vegas and the Sierra Nevada give this sexploitation adventure a vibrant sense of place.

Softcore & Exploitation Blend

Expect a collision of nudity, sex, and outrageous subplots—from lesbian encounters to kidnapping and even a splash of gore.

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Questions from the Vault

When was Infrasexum released? +

Infrasexum was released in 1969.

Who directed Infrasexum? +

Carlos Tobalina directed Infrasexum.

How long is Infrasexum? +

Infrasexum has a runtime of 74 minutes.

What genre is Infrasexum? +

Infrasexum is an adventure drama with strong sexploitation and erotic elements.

Where can I watch Infrasexum? +

You can watch Infrasexum on SassyFlix.

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