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Released in 1970, this film was directed by the legendary Russ Meyer. Known for his distinctive style combining sexploitation and satire, Meyer was both a highly controversial and celebrated figure in the realm of cult cinema. This film exemplifies his directorial tendencies towards bold, exaggerated narratives and flamboyant visuals. Meyer’s collaborations with screenwriter Roger Ebert, who later became an esteemed film critic, mark a unique crossover between critical and sensationalist cinema.The cast includes Dolly Read, Cynthia Myers, and Marcia McBroom, who portray the central characters in this story of a rock band’s turbulent rise to fame. Dolly Read plays Kelly MacNamara, the lead singer of the band The Carrie Nations. Alongside her are Cynthia Myers as Casey Anderson and Marcia McBroom as Petronella Danforth, who describe their journey through the treacherous labyrinth of the Los Angeles music scene. The cast’s overall performance, marked by exuberance and intensity, contributes to the film’s surreal ambiance.Although not an immediate critical success, it has garnered a cult following for its over-the-top depiction of the counterculture movement of the 1960s and early 1970s. It was initially intended as a sequel to the 1967 film "Valley of the Dolls," but it deviates substantially from both the tone and content of the original, instead serving as a satirical pastiche that critiques Hollywood’s dark underbelly. Over the years, the film’s campy aesthetic and unapologetic style have cemented its status as a cult classic.
