In "MaXXXine," director Ti West uses porn and horror as lenses to explore the evolution of film, spotlighting the enduring fascination with naked bodies and the role of sex in advancing movie-making technology. The film follows Maxine Minx, a rising star navigating the sleazy world of 1980s Los Angeles, where she lands a role in a supernatural horror film. As Maxine faces a serial killer targeting her, the movie cleverly combines eroticism with social commentary on Hollywood's aversion to sex. Set against the backdrop of the Night Stalker murders, "MaXXXine" pays tribute to the paranoia and B-horror projects of 1985, offering a comedic yet tense thriller with standout performances by Mia Goth and a flamboyant cast. While embracing its franchise roots, the film's self-awareness and twist ending make it a distinct and satisfying conclusion to the X series.