--- product_id: 12592928 title: "Notorious Bettie Page, The" price: "NT$1086" currency: TWD in_stock: true reviews_count: 9 url: https://www.desertcart.tw/products/12592928-notorious-bettie-page store_origin: TW region: Taiwan --- # Notorious Bettie Page, The **Price:** NT$1086 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Notorious Bettie Page, The - **How much does it cost?** NT$1086 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.tw](https://www.desertcart.tw/products/12592928-notorious-bettie-page) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description In an incandescent performance, Gretchen Mol (The Shape of Things) stars as Bettie Page, who grew up in a conservative religious family in Tennessee and became a photo model sensation in 1950s New York. Bettie's legendary pin-up photos made her the target of a Senate investigation into pornography, and transformed her into an erotic icon who continues to enthrall fans to this day. Complemented by an ensemble cast of acclaimed actors, such as David Strathairn (Good Night, and Good Luck) and Lili Taylor (High Fidelity), the film brings to vivid life Bettie?s fascinating world. Review: Somewhat uneven, but superby acted - I recall seeing Page in some of my uncle's 'mens' magazines when I was growing up in the 1950s, so when I came across this film my interest was piqued. I cannot say one way or the other how accurate this portrayal of Page is, nor can I verify if the time sequences are correct. What I do know is comparing photos of the real life characters and the actors the resemblances are remarkable. Especially Mol who is a dead ringer for Page. The movie focuses on Page's involvement with the Klaws (brother and sister Paula and Irving), and her segue from photography model to short film roles that appealed to a specific demographic. There is a lot of time also devoted to the morals and mores, including laws during her era that have long since been repealed or struck down. It seems as though some of the focus of the film is a more prudish era using Page's story as a vehicle. There are some flashbacks that provide insights into Page's character, and possibly explain the person she had become at the end of the film. However, every scene portrays her as bright, but naive. There is a sweetness about her, but there are some hints that she rationalized what she was doing as well and found solace in that until she found more solace in the church. Some of the flashback scenes allude to her possibly being molested by her father, as well as her being raped early on. In the former case, it's only alluded by brief shots that suggest, but do not actually show any physical contact. Those are done mainly with facial expression and body language. Mol pulls that off masterfully. The rape scene, too, is not explicit. There is no doubt that it happened, but it was tastefully done (or as tasteful as a rape scene can.) The only nudity scenes are not so much salacious as innocent, and are brief. I especially liked the fact that there was no true gratuitous scenes in the movie. Everything was filmed to portray Page's life, although, as I said, that portrayal does not tell the full story. Finally, the cinematography is superb. A bonus feature of the film explained how different film stocks were used to depict different periods and locales. For example, the Miami scenes used a 50s style stock that gave those scenes a true sense of being there (if you grew up in that era.) You'll come away with some sense of who Page was as a person during a specific part of her life. You will also come away with a respect for Mol's acting and overall production values. In some ways I am glad that Page's later life was not covered because it was somewhat sad and, according to some sources I checked, plagued with mental problems. Despite the uneven quality of the storyline I still recommend this film for folks interested in Page or the period depicted in the film. Review: Love the movie - Thanks for everything Great price Fast shopping ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B00CDV4PPK | | Actors | Gretchen Mol, Lili Taylor, David Strathairn | | Aspect Ratio | 1.33:1 | | Best Sellers Rank | #78,162 in Movies & TV ( See Top 100 in Movies & TV ) #12,121 in Drama DVDs | | Customer Reviews | 4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (561) | | Director | Mary Harron | | Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No | | Item model number | 883316769966 | | MPAA rating | R (Restricted) | | Media Format | NTSC | | Number of discs | 1 | | Product Dimensions | 7.5 x 5.5 x 0.5 inches; 2.72 ounces | | Release date | April 16, 2013 | | Run time | 1 hour and 30 minutes | | Studio | HBO | ## Product Details - **Contributor:** Gretchen Mol, Lili Taylor, David Strathairn, Mary Harron - **Format:** NTSC - **Genre:** Documentary/Biography, Drama - **Language:** English, Spanish - **Number Of Discs:** 1 ## Images ![Notorious Bettie Page, The - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61LArH7bTAL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Somewhat uneven, but superby acted *by M***I on October 27, 2015* I recall seeing Page in some of my uncle's 'mens' magazines when I was growing up in the 1950s, so when I came across this film my interest was piqued. I cannot say one way or the other how accurate this portrayal of Page is, nor can I verify if the time sequences are correct. What I do know is comparing photos of the real life characters and the actors the resemblances are remarkable. Especially Mol who is a dead ringer for Page. The movie focuses on Page's involvement with the Klaws (brother and sister Paula and Irving), and her segue from photography model to short film roles that appealed to a specific demographic. There is a lot of time also devoted to the morals and mores, including laws during her era that have long since been repealed or struck down. It seems as though some of the focus of the film is a more prudish era using Page's story as a vehicle. There are some flashbacks that provide insights into Page's character, and possibly explain the person she had become at the end of the film. However, every scene portrays her as bright, but naive. There is a sweetness about her, but there are some hints that she rationalized what she was doing as well and found solace in that until she found more solace in the church. Some of the flashback scenes allude to her possibly being molested by her father, as well as her being raped early on. In the former case, it's only alluded by brief shots that suggest, but do not actually show any physical contact. Those are done mainly with facial expression and body language. Mol pulls that off masterfully. The rape scene, too, is not explicit. There is no doubt that it happened, but it was tastefully done (or as tasteful as a rape scene can.) The only nudity scenes are not so much salacious as innocent, and are brief. I especially liked the fact that there was no true gratuitous scenes in the movie. Everything was filmed to portray Page's life, although, as I said, that portrayal does not tell the full story. Finally, the cinematography is superb. A bonus feature of the film explained how different film stocks were used to depict different periods and locales. For example, the Miami scenes used a 50s style stock that gave those scenes a true sense of being there (if you grew up in that era.) You'll come away with some sense of who Page was as a person during a specific part of her life. You will also come away with a respect for Mol's acting and overall production values. In some ways I am glad that Page's later life was not covered because it was somewhat sad and, according to some sources I checked, plagued with mental problems. Despite the uneven quality of the storyline I still recommend this film for folks interested in Page or the period depicted in the film. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Love the movie *by R***S on December 15, 2024* Thanks for everything Great price Fast shopping ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Fascination Has A Name *by M***M on October 7, 2006* THE NOTORIOUS BETTIE PAGE delivers a smoking performance by Gretchen Mol. The actress had to gain 20 pounds to play Bettie Page, but she eloquetly captures the spirited freedom that the pin-up girl is known for in all her shots. The story opens up with the congressional investigation into Irving Klaw and other nude photographers who shipped materials through the post office back in the 1950s, then flashes back to Bettie Page's early years in Tennessee. Time slips by as the film seques rapidly through Bettie's life and how she came to be America's sweetheart/pinup dream girl and somehow never lost the innocence that clung to her. Bettie Page is a living icon of feminine sexuality and has unleashed generations of women who have become more and more independent. Although the movement was already in place and would have progressed on its own, Ms. Page is a recognized force in that movement. Gretchen Mol brings her own free-wheeling, fun-loving take to the role and is a delight to watch. She's acted in several movies, including THE SHAPE OF THINGS, GET CARTER, THE MAGNIFICENT AMBERSONS, DONNIE BRASCO, CRADLE WILL ROCK, and THE ROUNDERS. Although light on actual plot, THE NOTORIOUS BETTIE PAGE is a great biopic showcasing one of the most lasting enigmas ever to seize the imaginations of generations of men. The photo shoots of Bettie, from the "camera clubs" to Bunny Yeager, are amazing reinditions for anyone who has picked up the coffee table books by Richard Foster and others, or the artistic takes on Bettie by Jim Silke and Olivia De Berardinis. All the most remembered poses hit the movie screen. Bettie Page fans will love this movie, though they may find some of their favorite Bettie lore is missing. Some may not find favor with the black-and-white film treatment, but the color segments of Bettie are kind of jarring. She's at her best in the black-and-white shots, more natural. If you've ever been slightly curious about Bettie Page or the world of the 1950s pinup girls, THE NOTORIOUS BETTIE PAGE is a great DVD to take you into that world for a little exposure. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.tw/products/12592928-notorious-bettie-page](https://www.desertcart.tw/products/12592928-notorious-bettie-page) --- *Product available on Desertcart Taiwan* *Store origin: TW* *Last updated: 2026-04-25*