They may not make blaxploitation movies like the '70s prototypes anymore, but the genre is still kicking-and shooting-in a new series made especially for home video. Starring newcomer Ashley East- wood as ace government agent Yolan- da Hill (code name: ''Sugar''), the Sugar Hill series carries on the tradition of films such as J.D.'s Revenge with plenty of sex and action, but with an important difference. Unlike most blaxploitation flicks of the '70s, Sugar Hill is produced by an African-American, J. Vincent Parris, who says he's aiming to add credibility to the body crunches in the new videos (Rockin' With a Bullet, Dealin' Dirty, Retribution). Available from Tapeworm Video ($149.95 for all three), 800-367-3437
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