Gotta Get Off This Merry-Go-Round: 'Valley of the Dolls'
2006 · 70m · Documentary
We look at why Valley of the Dolls is so beloved and appreciated, both for its "badness" and hidden merits. Valley Of The Dolls is considered either a national disaster or a national treasure.
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