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This listing is for the standard edition Blu-ray. The limited edition slipcover (designed by Suspiria Vilchez) was limited to 2,000 units and is sold out. The two versions are identical, aside from the slipcover.
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Jess Franco's surreal, sexually explicit riff on the famous Oscar Wilde story features his main muse, the gorgeous Lina Romay (ROLLS ROYCE BABY), in one of her most powerful and raw performances. Romay stars as vampiric aristocrat Doriana Gray, a fluid-drinking succubus who shares a strange bond with her sexually voracious twin sister. It seems that when one woman feels aroused, the other sibling experiences every sensation, a phenomenon that is illustrated in shocking, salacious detail when a sexy young reporter comes to call...
Full of hypnotic imagery, dreamy music and dynamic supporting turns from frequent Franco collaborator Monica Swinn, DORIANA GRAY (aka MARQUISE DE SADE) is a highlight of the director's '70s output and one of the finest of his pictures made for Swiss exploitation mogul Erwin C. Dietrich.
directed by: Jess Franco
starring: Lina Romay, Monica Swinn
1976 / 79 min / 1.78:1 / English, German DTS-HD MA 5.1, 2.0
Additional info:
- Region A Blu-ray
- Audio commentary by author and film historian Troy Howarth
- Interviews with director Jess Franco, producer Erwin C.Dietrich and star Lina Romay
- Erwin C. Dietrich trailers
- Softcore cut of the film
- English subtitles
Overall rating: 4.6412215 / 5 from 131 reviews.
AI Generated Review Summary
Doriana Gray, a limited edition Blu-ray from DELIRIUM HOME VIDEO, features a surreal, sexually explicit film by Jess Franco starring Lina Romay. The film has received positive feedback for its hypnotic imagery and music, though opinions on the audio quality vary. Special features include an audio commentary, interviews, and trailers.
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- Film Quality (30%): Many customers raved about the film, describing it as fun, great, and one of their favorites.
- Audio Quality (19%): The feedback is varied, with some praising the fantastic picture and audio, while others find it disappointing.
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Review highlights
- "The audio and visal are fantastic and the physical Blu-ray looks great on the self as well." —
- "Great little sexually explicit film from Jess Franco and the wonderful Lina Romay." —
- "This is a very fun film and a very different take on an old tale." —
Reviews
Love Lina!
"Really liked this one, it's a visual feast for a fan of Lina Romay, and the other women appearing (particularly Martine Stedil) are very beautiful and sexy as well. I'm a long time fan of Jess Franco's work, and Lina Romay in particular appeals to me. I love her exhibitionist nature, which is a treat for an old voyeur like me to behold."
A Stylish and Atmospheric Gothic Curiosity
"Doriana Gray is a visually ambitious flick that reimagines familiar literary themes through the lens of European genre cinema. Rather than simply retelling a classic story, it creates its own identity with a dreamlike atmosphere, stylish direction, and an emphasis on psychological intrigue. The production’s art direction is one of its biggest strengths. Rich set design, elegant costumes, and expressive cinematography give the film a distinctive gothic look that complements its themes of beauty, vanity, and corruption. While I wouldn’t call it a universal masterpiece, it’s an intriguing and memorable film that rewards viewers who appreciate unconventional storytelling and visually driven cinema. Its unique style lingers long after the credits roll. Overall, this is a beautifully presented release of an underseen cult film that’s well worth discovering."
Interesting take
"I wonder if Wilde would've approved? He clearly wasn't one for Victorian morals so I like to think even he would've found something to like with the lovely Miss Lina Romay and the interpretation of his story."
super wild movie
"was not prepared for this succubus flick but it will never leave my brain"
Not what I was expecting
"But it was exactly what I need and uncle Jess knows that! Very surprised how much i liked this one!"
Die Marquise von Sade.
"Never heard of seen this before, was cool to see Delirium Home Video become a partner labels. The quality of the slipcover is nothing short of amazing, I got confused because raro put out Doria Gray on Blu-ray too and that it was the same movie but just the title is the same!"
Awesome
"Great restoration and slipcover. A unique adult film that has quite a lot of atmosphere."
Love These slipcovers
"Great looking slipcover, excited to watch this one soon !"
The delirious tale of Doriana Gray
"A slow burn, glossy and atmospheric sexy flick featuring none other than the luscious Lina Romay and the Franco friends we've seen in his movies from this timeline. Franco always finds the most captivating and interesting locations for his movies. Especially his skin flicks. The mansion in this film is a trip to behold. Recommended mainly for Franco enthusiasts & collectors."