Beyond the Valley of the Dolls (1970): Cast, Ratings & Plot
Beyond the Valley of the Dolls is a 1970 comedy drama directed by Russ Meyer, starring Edy Williams, Harrison Page and Phyllis Davis. It runs 1 hour 49 minutes. It earned 1 award nomination, including New Star of the Year – Actress at the Golden Globes 1968. Critics gave it 76% on Rotten Tomatoes and 60 on Metacritic.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 49m (109 min)
- Director
- Russ Meyer
- Original language
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English - Studio
- Twentieth Century Fox
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Beyond the Valley of the Dolls About?
The premise of Beyond the Valley of the Dolls without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
Three aspiring singers venture to Hollywood seeking fame and fortune, but quickly find themselves caught up in a whirlwind of wild parties, reckless behavior, and the darker side of the music industry. Their dreams of stardom are tested as they navigate the temptations and challenges of Tinseltown's rock 'n' roll scene, confronting excess and rebellion along the way.
Beyond the Valley of the Dolls Themes & Keywords
· 50 tags- friendship
- female frontal nudity
- music industry
- all girl band
- rock 'n' roll
- melodrama
- erotica
- price of fame
- satire
- cult film
- homosexuality
- female star appears nude
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- bare chested male bondage
- sexual objectification
- female nudity
- drugs
- lesbian
- inheritance
- band
- blood splatter
- softcore
- murder of a nude woman
- shot in the mouth
- beach
- law student
- hippie
- aunt niece relationship
- massacre
- fame
- record producer
- gun in mouth
- abortion
- lesbian sex
- female rear nudity
- f rated
- stoner
- female topless nudity
- female singer
- playing electric guitar
- applause
- dancing at a party
- public nudity
- caught having sex
- nude dancing
- making out in a car
- juke box
- tear on cheek
- on hood of moving car
- hit by a car
- abortion clinic
Beyond the Valley of the Dolls Cast
Edy Williams leads the cast, with Harrison Page and Phyllis Davis. Directed by Russ Meyer; 10 actors are credited in all.
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Director Russ Meyer
Also Starring in Beyond the Valley of the Dolls
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Beyond the Valley of the Dolls Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Beyond the Valley of the Dolls 76% on Rotten Tomatoes and 60 on Metacritic.
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Rotten Tomatoes 76% Tomatometer
Popcornmeter 72%
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Metacritic 60 Metascore
User score 5.6
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TMDB 62% User score
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Beyond the Valley of the Dolls Plot Summary
What happens in Beyond the Valley of the Dolls from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 14 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
In this captivating narrative, we follow three young women, Kelly MacNamara, Casey Anderson, and Petronella “Pet” Danforth, as they form an unexpected alliance within the Kelly Affair, a rock band managed by Kelly’s boyfriend Harris Allsworth. Setting out for a new life in Los Angeles, their journey leads them to Kelly’s estranged and wealthy aunt, Susan Lake. She promises Kelly a substantial inheritance, but things turn sour when Porter’s manipulations try to tarnish Kelly’s reputation by labeling her as a “hippie,” hoping to influence Susan’s decision regarding the divided fortune he covets.
Full summary
The whole story of Beyond the Valley of the Dolls, scene by scene
Beyond the Valley of the Dolls Awards & Nominations
Beyond the Valley of the Dolls earned 1 award nomination, including New Star of the Year – Actress at the Golden Globes 1968.
1 nomination1 ceremony
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Golden Globes 1968 1 nomination- Nominated New Star of the Year – Actress – Sharon Tate
Beyond the Valley of the Dolls Trailers & Videos
8 videos: 1 trailer, 5 clips and 2 featurettes.
- Clip Beyond the Valley of the Dolls (3/5) Movie CLIP - Vehicular Assault (1970) HD
- Clip Beyond the Valley of the Dolls (5/5) Movie CLIP - A Murderous Rampage (1970) HD
- Clip Beyond the Valley of the Dolls (4/5) Movie CLIP - Harris Attempts Suicide (1970) HD
- Clip Beyond the Valley of the Dolls (2/5) Movie CLIP - First Time in a Rolls (1970) HD
How Well Do You Know Beyond the Valley of the Dolls?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
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What is the name of the rock band formed by the main characters?
Cars in Beyond the Valley of the Dolls
21 cars on screen, including the 1968 Dodge A-108 and the 1966 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow I.
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1970 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray C3 Minor role -
1970 Chrysler 300 Minor role
Beyond the Valley of the Dolls Also Known As
17 alternative titles, including “Orgissimo” and “Hollywood Vixens”.
- Also known as
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- Orgissimo
- Hollywood Vixens
- Más allá del valle de las muñecas
- 인형의 골짜기를 넘어서
- ワイルド・パーティー
- Blumen ohne Duft
- Lungo la valle delle bambole
- La Vallée des plaisirs
- El valle de los placeres
- Изнанка долины кукол
- Poza doliną lalek
- 飞越美人谷
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- De Volta ao Vale das Bonecas
- Nukkelaakson amatsonit
- 인형의 계곡을 지나
- За межами Лялькової долини
- Dincolo de valea păpușilor
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Beyond the Valley of the Dolls FAQ: Cast & Awards
Runtime, release date, director, cast, ratings, awards and post-credit scenes of Beyond the Valley of the Dolls, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Beyond the Valley of the Dolls?
Beyond the Valley of the Dolls runs 1 hour 49 minutes (109 minutes).
When was Beyond the Valley of the Dolls released?
Beyond the Valley of the Dolls was released on June 17, 1970.
Who directed Beyond the Valley of the Dolls?
Beyond the Valley of the Dolls was directed by Russ Meyer.
More films by Russ Meyer Who is in the cast of Beyond the Valley of the Dolls?
Beyond the Valley of the Dolls stars Edy Williams, Harrison Page and Phyllis Davis, among 10 credited actors.
How is Beyond the Valley of the Dolls rated?
Beyond the Valley of the Dolls has 76% on Rotten Tomatoes, 60 on Metacritic and 62% on TMDB.
Was Beyond the Valley of the Dolls nominated for any awards?
Beyond the Valley of the Dolls received 1 nomination across 1 ceremony.
Does Beyond the Valley of the Dolls have a post-credit scene?
No. Beyond the Valley of the Dolls has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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