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This special limited edition spot gloss magnetized slipcase & slipcover set is limited to 5,000 units and is only available on our website and at select indie retailers. Absolutely no major retailers will be stocking them. This is Vol#2 of a three part set.
Presented in partnership with Something Weird Video...
The American Genre Film Archive (AGFA) represents the world's largest theatrical catalog of exploitation cinema. Their home video line presents a diverse selection of movies, ranging from new preservations of classics from the vast library of Something Weird to the wildest in shot-on-video (SOV) titles. Vinegar Syndrome’s sister company, OCN Distribution, is thrilled to be representing this diverse and unique home video line!
No one will ever make movies like Doris Wishman made movies. One of the most prolific women filmmakers in the history of American cinema, writer-director-editor Wishman created collisions between surrealism and exploitation that feel like they materialized from an alternate universe. THE FILMS OF DORIS WISHMAN: THE MOONLIGHT YEARS surveys the mid-period, gutter-noir era of Wishman’s career. From BAD GIRLS GO TO HELL (Wishman’s iconic crime epic) to INDECENT DESIRES (a horror-tinged sexploitation mindwarp), AGFA + Something Weird are honored to present these triumphant DIY treasures in sparkling new restorations.
directed by: Doris Wishman starring: Various 1965-1969 / 623 min (combined) / 1.37:1, 1.85:1 / English Mono
Additional info:
Region Free Blu-ray set
English SDH subtitles
Disc 1: BAD GIRLS GO TO HELL (1965),INDECENT DESIRES (1968), and A TASTE OF FLESH (1967)
2K restorations from the original 35mm camera negatives
A TASTE OF FLESH: Preserved from the Something Weird S-VHS master*
BAD GIRLS GO TO HELL: Commentary with filmmaker Frank Henenlotter
INDECENT DESIRES: Commentary with queer film historian Liz Purchell
Theatrical trailers
Booklet with writing from Something Weird’s Lisa Petrucci and a vintage Doris Wishman interview by author Mike Watt
Disc 2: ANOTHER DAY, ANOTHER MAN (1966),MY BROTHER’S WIFE (1966), and PASSION FEVER (1969)
2K restorations from the original 35mm camera negatives
PASSION FEVER: Preserved from the Something Weird S-VHS master*
MY BROTHER’S WIFE: Commentary with Wishman biographer Michael Bowen
Theatrical trailers
“Moonlight Years” photo gallery
Disc 3: THE SEX PERILS OF PAULETTE (1965), THE HOT MONTH OF AUGUST (1966), and TOO MUCH TOO OFTEN! (1968)
2K restorations from the original 35mm camera negatives
TOO MUCH TOO OFTEN!: Preserved from the Something Weird S-VHS master*
Theatrical trailers
*Original film elements for these titles have been lost.
Overall rating: 4.718919 / 5 from 185 reviews.
AI Generated Review Summary
This limited edition box set of Doris Wishman's films is praised for its excellent packaging, beautiful restoration, and classy appearance. Customers appreciate the special features and the quality of the film transfers.
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Film Restoration (9%): Customers expressed appreciation for the beautiful and pristine restoration of films from Doris Wishman's career.
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Box Packaging (18%): Customers keep praising the packaging, with many describing it as great, beautiful, and gorgeous.
Box Design (6%): It was observed by customers that the box of the product is classy and well-packaged.
"Gorgeous packaging, gorgeous transfers and great special features." — Samuel B.
"The movies look beautiful and the packaging is gorgeous." — Jason M.
"Excellent release with a top tier transfer and packaging." — Marcus P.
Reviews
Wish She Was My Aunt
"Everything has already been said about the movies. As for the AGFA packaging, it's excellent. All three volumes look gorgeous stacked together, even if the magnetic cases are a little. . . weird!"
— massimiliano m. (5/5)
Possibly the Definitive Period
"A lot of folks find Wishman's work through her two films with Chesty Morgan and often consider that her most iconic work, but none of that would be possible without her black and white roughie period collected here. Bad Girls Go to Hell and The Sex Perils of Pauline are the actual definitive films of Doris Wishman and it's great to finally see them restored."
— Carlos E. (5/5)
Something Weird classic
"I am so happy to finally have this in my collection. Please, more something weird box sets!"
— Josh C. (5/5)
The Films Of Doris Wishman: The Moonlight Years
"Haven't watched this yet but glad to have this set in my collection. I have heard good things about the films of Doris Wishman."
— Peter O. (5/5)
The Presentation of Doris Wishmans
"The Presentation of Doris Wishmans . . . lets call them movies . . . is flawless."
— Markus T. (4/5)
A Well-Restored Look at a Unique Filmmaker
"The Films of Doris Wishman: The Moonlight Years is a fascinating look at one of exploitation cinema’s most distinctive voices. What stands out most is the sheer amount of information included. This set does a great job giving context to Wishman’s career, her unconventional style, and the era she worked in, which makes the films more engaging and easier to appreciate. The restoration work is solid across the collection. The transfers look clean and stable, preserving the original texture while improving clarity and watchability. These films were never polished productions, but the upgrades make them feel properly cared for. There’s also a certain babe-driven aesthetic typical of Wishman’s work, but what makes it interesting is how her films often feel more experimental than expected. The editing, structure, and pacing give them a unique identity that sets them apart from similar titles of the time. Overall, this is a well-curated release that balances strong presentation with valuable context, making it a great pick for fans of cult cinema and film history."
— Tim L. (5/5)
Great collection
"Great collection from an underrated filmmaker"
— Max P. (5/5)
Curiosity first
"I had no idea what I was getting myself into when buying this, but now I never want to go back."
— Kevin B. (5/5)
Excellent films Beautifully restored
"Excellent films Beautifully restored"
— Bobby N. (5/5)
Quite the Education of Doris Wishman
"I haven't gotten to spend a lot of time with this collection yet, but I'm looking forward to watching some of these later Doris Wishman films. The packaging is killer and the collection is stacked with interesting titles."
— Jake B. (5/5)
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