Jacqueline Susann's Valley of the Dolls (TV Movie 1981) Catherine Hicks, Lisa Hartman, Veronica Hamel
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Runtime On 3 Dvd 3 hours 43 minutes long Very good quality.
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Jacqueline Susann's "Valley of the Dolls" is a hugely popular and impactful novel published in 1966. It explores the lives and experiences of three young women— Anne Welles, Neely O'Hara, and Jennifer North—as they navigate the competitive and often brutal world of the entertainment industry in New York City and Hollywood in the years following World War II. The book delves into themes of ambition, the pursuit of fame and fortune, the pressures of celebrity, and the devastating consequences of addiction, particularly to prescription medications, often referred to as "dolls" in the story.
The story is considered a roman à clef, with characters believed to be based on real-life figures of the time, such as Judy Garland, Carole Landis, Dean Martin, and Ethel Merman. Despite negative reviews from critics upon its release, the novel became a massive bestseller, selling millions of copies and becoming one of the best-selling works of fiction in history.
"Valley of the Dolls" is also recognized for its exploration of societal expectations and pressures placed upon women during that era, particularly concerning their appearance, age, and roles in a male-dominated society. The characters' experiences shed light on the challenges faced by women who sought to break free from traditional norms and pursue careers and personal fulfillment outside of the home. The novel tackles topics considered taboo at the time, including casual sex, abortion, homosexuality, and drug addiction, and according to The Literary Shed, it remains relevant today by addressing enduring themes like the value placed on women's looks, the allure of celebrity, and the search for love.
The book was adapted into a film in 1967, which, like the novel, received scathing reviews but achieved significant commercial success and later became a cult classic. The novel was also adapted into a mini-series in 1981 and a syndicated television soap opera in 1994. Jacqueline Susann, according to Wikipedia, herself made a cameo appearance in the 1967 film.
"Valley of the Dolls" is considered a significant work in popular culture and publishing history, influencing subsequent generations of authors and shaping the way novels were marketed and promoted. ated version of the Jacqueline Susann best selling 1960's novel shows the lives of three very different women who come to New York City to achieve fame and fortune in show business and get all messed up in the process.
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Laurence Heath (written for television by), Jacqueline Susann (novel)
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