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Il Etait Une Fois Marilyn Jess

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This Partner Label release is distributed through Vinegar Syndrome's sister company OCN Distribution. Vinegar Syndrome had no part in, nor are responsible for, the restoration, extras, quality control or any content(s) of this release. We hope you enjoy our growing roster of Partner Labels and the expertise and curation brought to each release by their dedicated staff!

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This special limited edition embossed slipcover (designed by Earl Kessler Jr.) is limited to 2,500 units and is only available on our website and at select indie retailers. Absolutely no major retailers will be stocking them.

Pulse Video is a France based, genre film focused boutique label which specializes in creating ultimate home video releases of cult and X rated films. Vinegar Syndrome’s sister company, OCN Distribution, is excited to help bring their extra features loaded editions across the Atlantic!

In 1987, French Adult Cinema superstar, Marilyn Jess, began the production of what would become her final film. Joining her was Michel Beaudricourt (Michel Caputo), who took the opportunity to document Marilyn, her fellow actors, and crew, creating an extraordinary mix of documentary and erotic fantasy. IL ETAIT UNE FOIS MARILYN JESS is at last presented in its original version, which has never before been seen on video.

In 1984, Jean-François Davy (as Paul Kermann), directed his last 35mm X rated film, LINGERIES FINES ET PERVERSES. Gathering all the stars of the time, Helen Shirley, Marilyn Jess, Olinka, Cathy Menard and Marianne Aubert, LINGERIES tells the story of a female director of erotic movies who looses herself in a journey of female fantasies.

Directed by: Michel Caputo, Jean-Francois Davy
Starring: Marilyn Jess, Helen Shirley, Olinka, Pierre Reinhard
1984,1987 / 161 min (combined) / 1.66:1 / French Mono

Additional info:

  • Region Free Blu-ray
  • IL ETAIT UNE FOIS MARILYN & PASCAL, the production of Il Était Une Fois...Marilyn Jess, as told by Marilyn Jess and Pascal Galbrun (40 min)
  • INTERVIEW W/ JEAN-FRANÇOIS DAVY discussing Lingeries Fines et Perverses (16 min)
  • 2 UNRELEASED SONGS feat. MARILYN JESS (8 min)
  • ACTEUR N°2, X-rated male casting hosted by Marilyn Jess (59 min)
  • LINGERIES FINES ET PERVERSES TRAILER - PHOTO GALLERIES
  • English subtitles

Overall rating: 4.647887 / 5 from 71 reviews.

AI Generated Review Summary

This special limited edition slipcover features a pristine restoration of the Marilyn Jess collection, praised for its fantastic look and excellent release. Customers highly recommend the film and appreciate the intriguing documentary and additional features. The picture and sound quality are fantastic, making it a must-have for fans.

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  • Packaging Quality: 9%
  • Release Quality: 11%
  • Documentary Appeal: 22%
  • Visual Appeal: 13%
  • Picture and Sound Quality: 11%

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Review highlights

  • "The transfer looks fantastic and Jess comes across as witty and smart as well as fucking hot."MARC N.
  • "It’s a great transfer and a fun adult film."Roam Y.
  • "Classic adult cinema, hot scenes and documentary."Scott C.

Reviews

Anything With Jess

"Anything with Marilyn Jess is worth the watch. While the documentary is interesting, it doesn't reveal much about Marilyn. Depending on what you're looking for, Lingeries Fines et Perverses may be the standout feature on the disc."

Noel H. (4/5)

10/10

"Great edition to your collection! The restoration is great! With tons of extras. And the artcover is a 10/10! Love it!"

Missael L. (5/5)

Layers of reality at work here

"I was interested in the documentary nature of this but also just the question of working as an adult film star. Are we ever seeing anything like the "real" Marilyn on or off film? Did the movie answer this? Not really! But it's fun to explore."

Stephen P. (4/5)

Marylin Jess…French X-rated star

"Very interesting documentary about the shooting of her last movie. Mixed with scenes shot on the set. Some interviews, some jokes, some serious worries about AIDS (it was 1987), overall an enjoyable feature, very well shot. In the extras you can see Marilyn in a recent interview, 34 years later, reminiscing on those days. The second feature, Lingeries fines…it wasn't very interesting to me. But that's not why I bought the release."

DARIO T. (3/5)

Great movie. Dvd arrived in

"Great movie. Dvd arrived in good time. Played great no issues. Thank you."

Russ J. (5/5)

Marilyn Jess 🖤

"A good docufiction that really is amazing when Marilyn Jess is simply chilling and talking to the camer"

Alex R. (5/5)

marilyn jess

"Looks amazing, Great Extras!"

Kyle K. (5/5)

The French were always classy

"A classy (most of the time!) French release with some wild sci-fi scenes."

Kyle G. (5/5)

Il était une fois… Marilyn Jess — A Genuine Delight

"Marilyn Jess is always a delight, and Il était une fois… Marilyn Jess beautifully captures why. She emanates not only beauty and sensuality, but a fresh-faced positivity that naturally puts a smile on the viewer’s face. There is a genuine sense that she enjoys her work, and that authenticity is central to her appeal. What makes Jess especially compelling is her versatility. She brings lightheartedness or depth depending on what the scene calls for, moving effortlessly between warmth, playfulness, and emotional presence. Nothing feels forced or mechanical; her performances feel responsive and alive. There is an ease and kindness in her screen presence that elevates the film beyond simple erotic display. Desire feels mutual, human, and joyful. Seen today, this film is a reminder that erotic cinema can be sexy, affirmative, and emotionally honest all at once."

Bryn P. (4/5)

Great Collection

"It’s great to see these Pulse Video titles getting stateside distribution, especially the MJ titles. If only they would restock Le Femme Objet or even redo it in 4K ;)"

Dickon N. (5/5)

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