Review of The Notorious Bettie Page (2006) by Rachel H — 10 Oct 2007

A fascinating movie on the life of Bettie Page. A definite must see.

This review of The Notorious Bettie Page (2006) was written by Rachel H on 10 Oct 2007.

The Notorious Bettie Page has generally received positive reviews.

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By Stuart K (1,373) on 30 Apr 2014

Written and directed by Mary Harron, (I Shot Andy Warhol (1996) and American Psycho (2000)), this is an engaging and entertaining biopic that…

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By Frances H (1,591) on 18 Jul 2014

Gives a little more insight to the famous icon Bettie Page. Update: she did not like this film…

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By Hayley K (46) on 12 Jun 2015

Really interesting film. I was surprised to learn that Bettie Page was very religious…

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By Miki K (16) on 11 Aug 2011

The Notorious Bettie Page directed by American Psycho director, Mary Harron is an interesting, but imperfect attempt at capturing the life…

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By Mark N (906) on 07 Jul 2012

Potentially frustrating but nicely handled biopic that juxtaposes nakedness and character - we see all of Bettie, but we never really get to…

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By Jennifer S (930) on 15 Jan 2011

Could have been much more in-depth, particularly her early years. Not as good as expected…

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By Ashley S (823) on 09 Apr 2012

Such a fun and interesting story...too bad she became a Nun…

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By Mikey S (348) on 02 Sep 2012

Lacks depth and bounces between conflicting tones so often that the film becomes far too mild for such a complex person…

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By Geoff C (232) on 01 Mar 2014

An entertaining story of a more innocent time when censorship ruled and God looked down on good Americans as if they were his own children…

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By Jori P (78) on 11 Sep 2011

Alasti kun saa olla, mutta majava ei kuvissa saa vilahtaa…

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