Grey Gardens (Criterion Collection) (DVD)

"Witnessing a Miracle"

I say a miracle because, in the course of the documentary, Grey Gardens, we not only see the plight of two women surviving poverty and abandonment--but we see them, themselves. We get a real glimpse into their individual personalities and their togetherness and how they live it. We see the unscripted reactions that people have only when they are not conscious of being watched. The Maysles, the documentarians, had a real rapport with the women. They trusted them, and were able to be very unconscious of the camera's eye. Contrary to today's so called reality TV, Grey Gardens is real and even raw at times with verbal exchanges that become quite lively. But these do not bear the marks of calculated response or script as in the present day "reality" shows. This documentary reveals the women themselves; We see their personalities unfold, and we fall in love with them and admire them for there courage and the undaunted character of their survival amid living the life they love and choose of art, truth, and beauty. True bohemians but far more---to quote little Edie: "Staunch Women".Read full review

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"Grand Guignol", at its finest.

Wealth, prestige and sanity running out in a crumbling mansion. A fascinating and somewhat sad end to one of the once wealthy and distinguished Edith Bouvier Beale. The two "Edies" are as enduring as the movie and will be on your mind for years to come. A cult classic and one to not miss. "Grand Guignol" at it's finest. Read full review

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Captivating and endearing

Captivating documentary. I just could not take my eyes away from these two fascinating women. Endearing and heartbreaking, sad and funny. I was totally transfixed watching this brilliantly made film.

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I love this film. Have watcher it at least 20 times. These women are so interesting.

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I love Grey Gardens, the documentary wa...

I love Grey Gardens, the documentary was great and worked very well.

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Considered one of the best documentaries ever made.

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Grey Gardens

good stuff!

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Good

Keeping it real.

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I absolutely LOVE this movie

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Love it. Thank you!