Film Focus: Carroll Baker (1961 – 1965) – Imprint Collection #416 – 418

Known for her diverse and risqué performances, Carroll Baker became a 60s Hollywood icon.

This 3-Disc Limited Edition Hardbox includes three of her greatest performances, in films that continue to stand the test of time: 

• Something Wild (1961)
• Sylvia (1965) – Worldwide first on Blu-ray
• Harlow (1965)

1500 copies only.

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Something Wild (1961) – Imprint Collection #416

A shocking psychological thriller, based on the novel ‘Mary Ann’ by Alex Karmel. 

When college girl Mary Ann Robinson is brutally attacked, her world is shattered. Unable to carry on a normal routine, Mary Ann moves to New York City and accepts a job at a dime store as she struggles to come to grips with her ordeal. Sinking into isolation, she attempts suicide and is saved by a concerned bystander, lonely auto mechanic Mike. Mary Ann moves in with Mike but soon questions his motives for wanting to help.

With an opening title sequence created by the legendary Saul Bass, a score by Aaron Copland, and a stunning supporting cast including Ralph Meeker, Mildred Dunnock, Jean Stapleton, and Diane Ladd in her uncredited film debut, Something Wild is a masterful exploration of trauma, ripe for rediscovery.

Special Features & Technical Specs:

• 1080p High-definition presentation on Blu-ray from a 2K scan
• NEW Interview on Something Wild with film historian & author Foster Hirsch
• NEW Interview with film professor Lucy Bolton on the career of Carroll Baker
• Theatrical Trailer
• Audio: English LPCM 2.0 Mono
• Aspect Ratio 1.66:1
• Optional English HOH Subtitles

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Sylvia (1965) – Imprint Collection #417

Worldwide first on Blu-ray!

Based on a hit mystery novel by E. V. Cunningham, Sylvia stars Carroll Baker in the titular role, in an explosive, unsettling performance.

Lovely Sylvia West lives quietly with her flowers and books until her millionaire fiancé assigns Macklin, a private detective, to investigate her past. Sylvia becomes less and at the same time, more real to him, as he uncovers an unsavoury past.

Co-starring George Maharis (The Sword and the Sorcerer) and Peter Lawford (Ocean’s Eleven).

Special Features & Technical Specs:

• 1080p High-definition presentation on Blu-ray from a NEW 4K scan
• NEW Interview on Sylvia with film historian/author Foster Hirsch
• NEW Video Essay on Carroll Baker by Daniel Kremer 
• Theatrical Trailer
• Audio: English LPCM 2.0 Mono
• Aspect Ratio 1.66:1
• Optional English HOH Subtitles

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Harlow (1965) – Imprint Collection #418

1965 saw not one but two biopics about renowned actress Jean Harlow take to the big screen! Carroll Baker starred in the Paramount Pictures film, presenting a sizzling take on the blonde bombshell, packed with spectacle, glamour, and brutal drama.

Follow the life of Jean Harlow, as she rose to fame in reckless 1930s Hollywood.

Co-starring Martin Balsam (12 Angry Men), Red Buttons (They Shoot Horses, Don’t They?), Mike Connors (Mannix), Raf Vallone (A View from the Bridge), Angela Lansbury (Murder, She Wrote), and Peter Lawford (Ocean’s Eleven). 

Special Features & Technical Specs:

• 1080p High-definition presentation on Blu-ray from a NEW 4K scan
• NEW Interview on Harlow with Film historian & author Foster Hirsch
• Carroll Baker: Looking Back – a career spanning interview with Carroll Baker
• Theatrical Trailer
• Audio: English LPCM 2.0 Mono
• Aspect Ratio 2.35:1
• Optional English HOH Subtitles