# Beyond the Valley of the Dolls \(Criterion Collection\) DVD

Beyond the Valley of the Dolls from The Criterion Collection is a two-disc DVD edition of Russ Meyer’s satirical film about a rock group navigating Hollywood. The listing describes a widescreen NTSC presentation and includes commentaries, interviews, documentaries, trailers, and an essay.

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- Category: Books, Music & Hobbies > Books, Music & Movies > Movies & TV
- Price: 14.98 USD
- Previous price: 29.95 USD
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- Rating: 4.3 / 5
- Reviews: 897

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## At a glance

- Two-disc edition with a high-definition digital restoration, as described in the listing.
- Extras include two audio commentaries, a John Waters interview, archival Russ Meyer interviews, five making-of documentaries, trailers, and TV spots.
- The film follows three young female rockers entering Hollywood, with screenplay credited to Roger Ebert in the listing.

## Pros

- A substantial set of listed extras adds commentary and behind-the-scenes material beyond the feature.
- English subtitles are listed alongside English audio.

## Cons

- The listing identifies the film as NC-17 \(Adults Only\), which may not suit all viewers.
- DVD format may not be the right choice for buyers prioritizing a higher-resolution disc format.

## Specifications

### Disc and presentation
- Format: NTSC, Widescreen
- Number of discs: 2
- Runtime: 1 hour and 49 minutes
- Language: English
### Film and credits
- Director: Russ Meyer
- Actors: Cynthia Myers, Dolly Read, Erica Gavin, Harrison Page, John LaZar
- Contributors: Cynthia Myers, Dolly Read, Erica Gavin, Harrison Page, John LaZar, Russ Meyer
- MPAA rating: NC-17 \(Adults Only\)
### Release and dimensions
- Release date: September 27, 2016
- Dimensions listed: 0.7 x 7.5 x 5.4 inches; 2.72 ounces
### Studio
- Studio: 20th Century Fox, The Criterion Collection

## Before you buy

- Customer feedback is divided on the acting, overall quality, value, and the film’s deliberately over-the-top tone. The listing’s feature and extras descriptions are product claims, not independent verification.

## A good fit for

- Criterion Collection and Russ Meyer collectors interested in an irreverent Hollywood satire.
- Viewers who want a DVD edition with commentaries and extensive film-related extras.

## Less suited to

- Viewers seeking family-friendly content or who prefer restrained material.
- Buyers specifically looking for a Blu-ray or 4K edition.

## Customer feedback

Customer feedback describes the film as entertaining and funny, with positive remarks about its music, while opinions are mixed on its quality, acting, value, and intentionally exaggerated or unsettling tone. That range is relevant for a Criterion DVD centered on an unusual exploitation-era satire. The listing’s two-disc format and numerous extras may appeal to viewers interested in its production and context, but they do not resolve the mixed reactions to the film itself.
- Positive themes: Customers describe the movie as entertaining and funny, and some praise its music.
- Negative themes: Some customer feedback criticizes the acting or finds the film excessively over-the-top.
- Mixed feedback: Opinions vary on the film’s quality, acting, unsettling tone, and value.

## Frequently asked questions

### How many discs are included?
The listing specifies two discs.
### What extras are described?
The listing names two audio commentaries, a John Waters interview, archival interviews with Russ Meyer, five documentaries, trailers and TV spots, plus an essay by film critic Glenn Kenny.
### What is the listed presentation and runtime?
The listing specifies NTSC, widescreen, with a runtime of 1 hour and 49 minutes.

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