according to one film reviewer, radley metzger's films, including those made during the golden age of porn (1969–1984), are noted for their "lavish design, witty screenplays, and a penchant for the unusual camera angle". another reviewer noted that his films were "highly artistic — and often cerebral ... and often featured gorgeous cinematography". film and audio works by metzger have been added to the permanent collection of the museum of modern art (moma) in new york city.