This listing is for the standard edition 4k Ultra HD/Blu-ray/CD Combo. The limited edition hard slipcase + slipcover combo (designed by Robert Sammelin) was limited to 4,000 units and is sold out. The two versions are identical, aside from the packaging and 40-page book.
San Francisco based Jim & Artie Mitchell were at the forefront of bringing the sexual revolution to American cinema. Working within their filmmaking collective known as Cinema 7, the brothers and their group of regular artistic collaborators created dozens of intelligent, thought provoking, and radically minded erotic feature and short films. Mitchell Brothers Film Group will bring their extraordinary body of work to Blu-ray and 4K UHD in deluxe, restored editions, many of which will be coming to disc for the first time.
Gloria Saunders arrives at a quiet, bayside hotel for a relaxed evening. But the tranquility of her stay is quickly interrupted when a trio of men violently kidnap her, bringing her to a strange club. Confused and frightened, Gloria is soothingly informed that she is to be the centerpiece of an elaborate sexual performance which will fulfill her deepest longings and hidden desires, only to have no memory of the experience after it concludes. With no choice but to participate, she is prepared and brought on stage where anonymous lovers of all types begin to emerge through the mysterious green door. A low budget, but highly ambitious effort which would become one of the biggest X-rated hits of the 1970s, The Mitchell Brothers' landmark BEHIND THE GREEN DOOR made an international sensation and bonafide star out of its leading lady, Marilyn Chambers (Rabid), while also becoming one of the first hardcore features to win mainstream acclaim for both its technical innovation and artistic merits. With a supporting cast including Johnnie Keyes (SexWorld), George McDonald (Powder Burns), NFL star Ben Davidson (The Black Six), and many more figures from San Francisco’s underground and counterculture art scenes, which helped further develop its cult reputation, BEHIND THE GREEN DOOR at last comes to 4K UHD and Blu-ray, from the Mitchell Brothers Film Group. This genre classic is newly restored from its 16mm camera original alongside a bountiful selection of special features, including a bonus CD containing its outstanding original soundtrack.
directed by: Jim and Artie Mitchell starring: Marilyn Chambers, Johnny Keyes, George McDonald, Ben Davidson 1972 / 71 min / 1.33:1 / English, French (Dubbed) DTS-HD MA 1.0
Additional info:
3-Disc set: 4K UHD/Region Free Blu-ray/CD
4K UHD Disc contains the 71 minute feature presentation of BEHIND THE GREEN DOOR presented in HDR and newly restored from the 16mm reversal A/B rolls with the following sound options:
Original English language mono soundtrack
French dubbed soundtrack
Feature length audio commentary with Marilyn Chambers biographer Jared Stearns
Audio interview with actor George McDonald moderated by Ashley West of The Rialto Report
Also included is a Blu-ray Disc containing everything on the UHD disc plus the following special features:
Behind The Mitchell Brothers Film Group: Preserving The Legacy
Marilyn Chambers: From Soap to Superstar
Winding Through: Behind The Green Door
8mm digest version of Behind The Green Door
Initial release trailer
Wide release trailer
Japanese promo trailer
Archival image gallery
24 page booklet with the original short story for Behind The Green Door
11x17 replica Japanese one-sheet
Reversible cover artwork
English SDH subtitles
French translation subtitles
German translation subtitles
Also included is a bonus CD with the original soundtrack of Behind The Green Door
Overall rating: 4.887273 / 5 from 275 reviews.
AI Generated Review Summary
Behind the Green Door is a highly acclaimed 4K UHD/Blu-ray/CD combo featuring a newly restored film, fascinating extras, and appealing packaging. Customers appreciate the stunning looks and the comprehensive release, making it a must-have for collectors.
"The 4K release looks amazing, and the package overall is very appealing." — Richard B.
"Great release and nice packaging." — Hai Z.
"One of the greatest adult films finally has a great release!" — Brandon T.
Reviews
Purchased to support the Mitchell Bros project. Not my bag.
"The Winding Through features Joe Rubin, the extras are plentiful, the overall presentation is first class. It includes a hard box, slipcover, 4K, Blu-ray, CD soundtrack, booklet and poster. For the right audience, is a perfect, all-encompassing set. I tried to watch Green Door twice, but couldn't make it through the first 10 minutes. Living in a world, where this kind of activity happens (and worse), I can't bring myself to try again. This isn't the type of content I enjoy, so will stick to my usual anonymous, solo male stuff on 'the other site'. ;)"
— Elle N. (4/5)
Perfect edition
"An exceptional edition of this classic! Everything is there, right down to the soundtrack. It's a very nice touch to have included the french audio dub as well."
— Frédérick D. (5/5)
Five star production on a
"Five star production on a timeless classic. what can be said about this groundbreaking adult entry by the mitchell bros. , which hasn't been said already? I can say most importantly, the treatment by Vinegar here is again top notch, as it's visually represented how it should be seen and the sound / audio is also fully restored. Marilyn Chambers is a true icon of the industry (and I don't like throwing the term icon around). Super pleased with this 4k offering by Vinegar Syndrome."
— Darren S. (5/5)
Outstanding release
"Love this release, outstanding all around. The transfer is great, the packaging is lovely, the booklet and CD are nice inclusions. So happy to have this package of the classic film, and I liked the Behind The Mitchell Brothers documentary."
— Adam C. (5/5)
Finally here!
"Finally, saved from VHS video quality, we get this amazing transfer of this influential classic of adult cinema, filled with bonus material to the brim."
— Lennard B. (5/5)
One of the classics of the Golden Age of Porn, resotered at last
"One of the most important films of the Golden Age of Porn is finally restored and released in a beautiful edition from the Mitchell Brothers Film Group and Mélusine. The artwork and packaging are incredible, the contents from booklets, to the CD soundtrack, to the plethora of extras make this a must for every adult film collection. The film is quite interesting, incorporating some avant garde elements making it more art house than most classic x. Highly recommended!"
— Jason M. (5/5)
All That Glitters Isn't "Green"
"The Mitchell Brothers' notorious "Behind the Green Door" arrives in a sparkling package and restoration and more informational supporting material that such a threadbare vehicle can support or deserve. The restoration of the print renders the slightest flush on the comely Marilyn Chambers with startling clarity, but the vivid images only makes more obvious the shallowness of substance. Still for Porno Chic completists or dedicated cultural archeologists, it is a handsome package."
— Brian H. (4/5)
A Landmark Film That Endures
"A fascinating piece of 1970s adult cinema, blending surreal imagery and dreamlike atmosphere with a very minimal story. The UHD restoration, beautiful packaging, and special features make this release well worth owning for fans of cult and adult films."
— Noel H. (5/5)
Behind the Green Door
"One of the early Classic X-Rated films that were popular amongst certain people in the 60s&70s. May not cut the grade today but great to have them on disc. Another was Debbie Does Dallas and the Linda Lovelace titles. Oh, for nostalgia!!! Worth a buy and a look."
— Kenneth H. (4/5)
Iconic
"One of the classics of porno chic. While not the greatest adult film ever made, it has its place in history, as the beginning of an era and putting Marilyn Chambers on the map. Excellent restoration and deluxe release. Great disc extras and essays detailing the film’s history."
— Matthew M. (5/5)
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