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Collection of films starring icon Hollywood siren Marilyn Monroe. Includes: 'AS YOUNG AS YOU FEEL', 'BUS STOP', 'LET'S MAKE IT LEGAL', 'DON'T BOTHER TO KNOCK', 'LOVE NEST', 'NIAGRA', 'LET'S MAKE LOVE', 'RIVER OF NO RETURN', 'THERE'S NO BUSINESS LIKE SHOW BUSINESS', 'WE'RE NOT MARRIED', 'MONKEY BUSINESS', 'THE SEVEN YEAR ITCH', 'GENTLEMEN PREFER BLONDES', 'HOW TO MARRY A MILLIONAIRE', 'ALL ABOUT EVE', 'THE MISFIT'S and 'SOME LIKE IT HOT'.
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76 of 76 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD|Amazon Verified Purchase
This is the most definitive box set of Marilyn Monroe's movies so far, all films are in alphabetical order, mixing her early, small roles with the starring roles she completed during her short career. There's no form to the set, except to collect as much of them together and market them in an eye catching box consisting of the following films:-
All About Eve
As Young As You Feel
BUS STOP
DON'T BOTHER TO KNOCK
GENTLEMEN PREFER BLONDES
HOW TO MARRY A MILLIONAIRE
Let's Make It Legal
LET'S MAKE LOVE
Love Nest
THE MISFITS
MONKEY BUSINESS
NIAGARA
RIVER OF NO RETURN
THE SEVEN YEAR ITCH
SOME LIKE IT HOT
THERE'S NO BUSINESS LIKE SHOW BUSINESS
We're Not Married
It's an impressive list but a disapointment not to find The Prince And The Showgirl among the titles or The Asphalt Jungle, as they are available from the same company individually. The DVDs that are here have the extra features that were previously available on disc, they all seem exactly the same as before.
You can't argue with the choice of films though, where else would you find classics like All About Eve, Some Like It Hot, The Misfits, The Seven Year Itch and Gentlemen Prefer Blondes? It's a real slice of Hollywood history.
Nice sturdy box decorated with classic images of Marilyn from the early 50s & this timely release would look good under any Christmas tree!
All About Eve
As Young As You Feel
BUS STOP
DON'T BOTHER TO KNOCK
GENTLEMEN PREFER BLONDES
HOW TO MARRY A MILLIONAIRE
Let's Make It Legal
LET'S MAKE LOVE
Love Nest
THE MISFITS
MONKEY BUSINESS
NIAGARA
RIVER OF NO RETURN
THE SEVEN YEAR ITCH
SOME LIKE IT HOT
THERE'S NO BUSINESS LIKE SHOW BUSINESS
We're Not Married
It's an impressive list but a disapointment not to find The Prince And The Showgirl among the titles or The Asphalt Jungle, as they are available from the same company individually. The DVDs that are here have the extra features that were previously available on disc, they all seem exactly the same as before.
You can't argue with the choice of films though, where else would you find classics like All About Eve, Some Like It Hot, The Misfits, The Seven Year Itch and Gentlemen Prefer Blondes? It's a real slice of Hollywood history.
Nice sturdy box decorated with classic images of Marilyn from the early 50s & this timely release would look good under any Christmas tree!
22 of 22 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
I got this to have all my favourite Marilyn films collected together in a space-saving and attractive box.
The featured films are well chosen, and diverse enough to give a full taste of her career.
I believe Marilyn was at her best when using her remarkable screen presence and outstanding comedic flair, under the guiding hand of a talented director, and bouncing off a well-known cast to create movie magic, whilst dressed to perfection by designers such as Travilla and Orry Kelly. Which is why my personal favourites are Some Like It Hot, The Seven Year Itch and Gentlemen Prefer Blondes.
Every disc has a bonus feature or two. Trailers, restoration comparisons, lobby cards, newsreels. More than enough to please the casual fan.
Inside the box are three thick clamshell cases - each with a different picture of Marilyn on. So far, so good. They look nice, and mine appear to be fairly well put together. Now comes what is the first downside for me: Inside each of these cases are 5 or 6 discs with the same image as their respective clamshell case. So 6 discs have one picture, 6 have another picture, and 5 have the third picture. They look nice, and there's a consistency, but the image on the disc doesn't refer to the film itself. It's just a small detail, but I imagine that many people may find this irritating - I know I do!
There is a booklet inside, with details of the films (year, running time, etc). Again it looks nice. The only things that let it down compared to "The Diamond Collection" are the quality of paper used, and (again, just a small detail ) I would have liked to have seen some Chapter Listings included. I'd have liked a slightly larger box, containing a slimline plastic case for each film, with the same cover as the individual films (such as in The Alfred Hitchcock collection). This would have made them more resistant to wear and tear, and got all the information on! That's why I only give a four-stars for a five-star collection of films.
In all though, this is as comprehensive a collection as you could ask for, with films that can be watched again and again. If any of these titles aren't on your shelf already, I would definitely invest!
The featured films are well chosen, and diverse enough to give a full taste of her career.
I believe Marilyn was at her best when using her remarkable screen presence and outstanding comedic flair, under the guiding hand of a talented director, and bouncing off a well-known cast to create movie magic, whilst dressed to perfection by designers such as Travilla and Orry Kelly. Which is why my personal favourites are Some Like It Hot, The Seven Year Itch and Gentlemen Prefer Blondes.
Every disc has a bonus feature or two. Trailers, restoration comparisons, lobby cards, newsreels. More than enough to please the casual fan.
Inside the box are three thick clamshell cases - each with a different picture of Marilyn on. So far, so good. They look nice, and mine appear to be fairly well put together. Now comes what is the first downside for me: Inside each of these cases are 5 or 6 discs with the same image as their respective clamshell case. So 6 discs have one picture, 6 have another picture, and 5 have the third picture. They look nice, and there's a consistency, but the image on the disc doesn't refer to the film itself. It's just a small detail, but I imagine that many people may find this irritating - I know I do!
There is a booklet inside, with details of the films (year, running time, etc). Again it looks nice. The only things that let it down compared to "The Diamond Collection" are the quality of paper used, and (again, just a small detail ) I would have liked to have seen some Chapter Listings included. I'd have liked a slightly larger box, containing a slimline plastic case for each film, with the same cover as the individual films (such as in The Alfred Hitchcock collection). This would have made them more resistant to wear and tear, and got all the information on! That's why I only give a four-stars for a five-star collection of films.
In all though, this is as comprehensive a collection as you could ask for, with films that can be watched again and again. If any of these titles aren't on your shelf already, I would definitely invest!
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD|Amazon Verified Purchase
As a big Marilyn fan it's great to have a collection of most of her films, certainly a lot of her big films. The box itself isn't too big and has 3 multiple-dvd cases inside the box and a leaflet with the film details. The DVDs are laid out alphabetically although I generally watch them chronologically. There are a few notable exceptions which is a shame but those that are here are captivating.
Many hours of lovely Marilyn movies presented well, for that 5 stars.
Many hours of lovely Marilyn movies presented well, for that 5 stars.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
Love it!!!!!
After seeing how expensive this was in another large dvd company I resigned myself to the fact that I may have to purchase individual dvds of Marilyn Monroe before I could build my... Read more
Published 19 days ago by Princess.Bee
This is NOT a complete collection
There are 17 dvd's in this collection box. The one that was on the top of my list was not included, so I am disappointed. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Eylure heated eyelash curler
wonderful costumes
I recently attended a showing of "gentlemen prefer blondes". It was really funny and I enjoyed it so much I decided to buy the box set. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Bernadette Begley
Wonderful
Tis collection has all the movies you can think of, and more. A must have if you love Marylin like me!!
Published 4 months ago by Judiththeblack
Excellent box set
An exceptional box set of Marilyn's films, some great films are included such as Gentlemen Prefer Blondes, Seven Year Itch, Niagra, Bus Stop, Misfits etc etc. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Adele
Well worth the money!
Package arrived early, in pristine condition, with exactly what it says in the title.
Bought for my sister, a lover of old classics, and she's watched all of them multiple... Read more
Bought for my sister, a lover of old classics, and she's watched all of them multiple... Read more
Published 6 months ago by E.Writer
Excellent collection for MM fans
The box is beautiful and the film selection the best of any box I've seen that is not a complete collection. Read more
Published 9 months ago by Matthieu Reynaert
My Dear Marilyn...
Marilyn and movies in a box where we can see she was a good actress directed by some directors like Billy Wilder or John Houston. Read more
Published 10 months ago by Rosario Pipolo
a gift
i purchase this item for my wife she is a big fan .she has all her fav marilyn films in this collection plus some more not so know films which are not shown on tv we are very... Read more
Published 13 months ago by neila
Natural Blond?
I was very pleased with Marilyn Collection, but not all of the movies have lived up to date, weather in terms of performance and also plot wise. Read more
Published 22 months ago by Bob
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