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This special limited edition spot gloss magnetized slipcase & slipcover set is limited to 5,000 units and is only available on our website and at select indie retailers. Absolutely no major retailers will be stocking them. This is Vol#3 of a three part set.
Presented in partnership with Something Weird Video...
The American Genre Film Archive (AGFA) represents the world's largest theatrical catalog of exploitation cinema. Their home video line presents a diverse selection of movies, ranging from new preservations of classics from the vast library of Something Weird to the wildest in shot-on-video (SOV) titles. Vinegar Syndrome’s sister company, OCN Distribution, is thrilled to be representing this diverse and unique home video line!
No one will ever make movies like Doris Wishman made movies. One of the most prolific women filmmakers in the history of American cinema, writer-director-editor Wishman created collisions between surrealism and exploitation that feel like they materialized from an alternate universe. THE FILMS OF DORIS WISHMAN: THE DAYLIGHT YEARS surveys the early, sun-soaked nudist era of Wishman's career. From NUDE ON THE MOON (Wishman's dreamlike sci-fi triumph) to HIDEOUT IN THE SUN (a crackpot nudie-noir) AGFA + Something Weird are honored to present these effervescent DIY treasures in gorgeous new restorations.
directed by: Doris Wishman starring: Various 1960-1965 / 428 min (combined) / 1.37:1 / English DTS-HD MA 1.0
Additional info:
Region Free Blu-ray set
English SDH subtitles
Disc 1: NUDE ON THE MOON (1961) and BLAZE STARR GOES NUDIST (1962)
Restorations from the original 35mm camera negatives
NUDE ON THE MOON: Commentary with director Frank Henenlotter and filmmaker Anthony Snead
BLAZE STARR GOES NUDIST: Commentary with Wishman biographer Michael Bowen
Theatrical trailers
“Daylight Years” photo gallery
Booklet with writing from Something Weird’s Lisa Petrucci and a vintage Doris Wishman interview
Disc 2: HIDEOUT IN THE SUN (1960) and GENTLEMEN PREFER NATURE GIRLS (1963)
HIDEOUT IN THE SUN: Preservation from Doris Wishman’s personal 16mm print
HIDEOUT IN THE SUN: Commentary with Wishman biographer Michael Bowen
GENTLEMEN PREFER NATURE GIRLS: Restoration from the original 35mm camera negative
Unseen Doris Wishman interview from 1974
Theatrical trailers
Disc 3: DIARY OF A NUDIST (1961) and THE PRINCE AND THE NATURE GIRL (1965)
DIARY OF A NUDIST: Restoration from the original 35mm camera negative
DIARY OF A NUDIST: Commentary with queer film historian Elizabeth Purchell
THE PRINCE AND THE NATURE GIRL: Preservation from the only existing 35mm film elements - in German with English subtitles
Overall rating: 4.7586207 / 5 from 203 reviews.
AI Generated Review Summary
This limited edition set of Doris Wishman's early films, presented in a beautifully restored and packaged box, has been highly praised for its fantastic presentation, restoration quality, and informative commentary. Customers appreciate the essential collection and the incredible look of the films, making it a must-have for fans of exploitation cinema.
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Collection Value (20%): A significant number of customers raved about the collection, describing it as a great and essential collection.
Restoration Quality (9%): Customers expressed satisfaction with the beautiful restorations of Doris Wishman's nudie cutie movies.
Packaging Quality (14%): Customers appreciated the wonderful packaging of the product, which was mentioned multiple times in the reviews.
Commentary Tracks (7%): Customers expressed appreciation for the informative and entertaining commentary tracks and interviews provided by Frank Henenlotter.
"The transfers are lovingly presented, the special features and commentaries are informative and entertaining." — Kevin R.
"These films look great, the colors quite vibrant, the restoration which was done is exceptional." — Logan G.
"Films are great fun and the transfers look great." — Andy T.
Reviews
Great Set!
"Fun collection of underseen films."
— Eric F. (5/5)
Sun out, boobs out.
"Another wonderful collection of Dorris Wishman films that brings together some of her well-known, classics, such as Nude on the Moon, Blaze Star Goes Nudist, and Hide Out in the Sun. Additionally, some of her lesser known movies, such as The Prince and the Nature Girl. The movies are so fun in there charm of its low-budget production, and cheekiness."
— Preston C. (5/5)
Fun!
"The lesser of the three sets but still a good time."
— Bruce K. (4/5)
Vinegar Syndrome’s Daylight Years bundle
"Vinegar Syndrome’s Daylight Years bundle is a bright, eccentric window into Doris Wishman’s early nudie‑cutie period, restored with care that highlights both the sun‑drenched locations and her unmistakably odd filmmaking rhythms. The transfers across the set are consistently strong: clean grain, stable colors, and a natural look that preserves the low‑budget charm without flattening it. Each film benefits from the upgrades, making this collection the best these titles have ever looked on home video. Hideout in the Sun Wishman’s story of two criminals hiding out in a nudist camp remains one of her breeziest early works. The transfer brings out the bright Florida exteriors and the relaxed, documentary‑like feel of the camp footage. Colors look warm without drifting into oversaturation, and the image retains a pleasing texture. Supplements help contextualize Wishman’s early experiments with narrative looseness and environmental storytelling. Nude on the Moon A cult favorite for good reason, this blend of sci‑fi fantasy and nudist camp aesthetics feels like a dream filmed in someone’s backyard. The blu ray restoration enhances the pastel palette and whimsical production design, especially in the “moon” sequences. The transfer is surprisingly crisp given the film’s origins, and the extras trace its long‑standing cult reputation. Blaze Starr Goes Nudist Anchored by Blaze Starr’s charisma, this film mixes glamour with naturalism in a way only Wishman could. The restoration gives the movie a warm, inviting glow, and the outdoor cinematography looks more stable than in previous releases. Supplements explore Starr’s involvement and Wishman’s shift toward a more polished presentation. Diary of a Nudist Wishman’s pseudo‑journalistic approach gives this entry a unique structure, blending staged scenes with documentary elements. The transfer sharpens the outdoor footage and makes the colony feel more expansive. The extras dig into Wishman’s fascination with moral framing devices and her ability to turn simple premises into oddly compelling narratives. The Prince and the Nature Girl The most whimsical film in the bundle, this fairy‑tale‑infused nudist story shows Wishman experimenting with tone and structure. The restoration highlights its bright visuals and playful energy, giving the film a clarity it never previously enjoyed. Extras help situate it within her broader attempts to push the nudie‑cutie format into new territory. The restorations are uniformly impressive. Grain is handled naturally, colors are stable, and the films retain their original texture without artificial smoothing. Audio is clean and consistent, preserving the quirky post‑dubbing that defines Wishman’s style. Vinegar Syndrome’s work here respects the material while giving it the best possible presentation. Vinegar Syndrome’s Daylight Years bundle succeeds because it treats these films as essential pieces of Wishman’s evolution rather than disposable curiosities. The restorations are thoughtful, the extras are substantial, and the set offers a vivid snapshot of a filmmaker who carved out her own peculiar corner of cinema history."
— Jimmy W. (5/5)
Great cover
"great collection"
— Isaac G. (5/5)
Love it
"A collection of essential nudie cutie classics from one of the best"
— Josh C. (5/5)
Doris Wishman's start
"Will take me awhile to get through all the Doris Wishman films, but there's a wonderful joyous diversity in these early ones despite their common core. The ones with out there plots and settings are the most endearing."
— Daniel H. (5/5)
Another flawless Presentation of Doris
"Another flawless Presentation of Doris Wishmans . . . movies."
— Markus T. (4/5)
A Distinctive and Well-Presented Cult Collection
"The Films of Doris Wishman: The Daylight Years is another strong set that highlights just how unique her filmmaking style really is. You can see the effort behind these productions, even when budgets were limited, through creative choices in editing, framing, and structure that give the films a distinct personality. The way these films are shot stands out. Wishman’s unconventional angles, cutaways, and pacing create a style that feels experimental and unlike anything else from the era. It may take some getting used to, but that uniqueness is part of the appeal. The artwork on this release is excellent and fits the tone perfectly. It has a bold, vintage feel that makes the set look great on the shelf and complements the films’ aesthetic. Overall, this is a thoughtfully presented collection that captures a very specific voice in exploitation cinema, making it a worthwhile addition for collectors and fans of offbeat filmmaking."
— Tim L. (5/5)
Essential for sexploitation fans
"Not necessarily favorite collection of Doris Wishman films but still has a lot of charm. If you're a big sexploitation and/or Doris Wishman fan, these sets will truly be like god's gift to mankind to you. The transfers on here look absolutely stunning which adds a lot to some of these films."
— Teun H. (5/5)
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