Metzger was known for directing popular , , including "" (1969), "" (1974), "" (1970), "" (1975) and "" (1976). According to one , Metzger's films, including those made during the , are noted for their "lavish design, witty screenplays, and a for the unusual ". Another reviewer noted that his films were "highly artistic — and often cerebral ... and often featured gorgeous cinematography".