Party Girl [Standard Special Edition] [Blu-ray]

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What's a fast-talking, under-employed New York free spirit to do when she's jailed for throwing an illegal house party' Mary (Parker Posey, Dazed and Confused) cajoles her libraria n godmother into bailing her out and giving her a job as a clerk at the public library. What follows is Mary's screwball-like journey from a life of late nights and hangovers to romance and a career as a librarian. What's a fast-talking, under-employed New York free spirit to do when she's jailed for throwing an illegal house party? Mary (Parker Posey, Dazed and Confused and The House of Yes) cajoles her librarian godmother (Sasha von Scherler, Network) into bailing her out and giving her a job as a clerk at the public library. What follows is Mary's screwball-like journey from a life of late nights and hangovers to romance with a falafel vendor (Omar Townsend) and a potential long-term career as a librarian. Daisy von Scherler Mayer's Party Girl is a charming and energetic throwback to '30s and '40s comedies, set amidst the thriving and vibrant club culture of '90s Lower Manhattan. Parker Posey became "the new queen of the art house" (Michael Musto, Vanity Fair) with her hilarious and captivating lead performance in what has become one of the most iconic characters and films of the '90s indie filmmaking boom. Supporting her are Guillermo Diaz (Scandal), Liev Schreiber (Ray Donovan), Donna Mitchell (The Ice Storm) and Anthony DeSando (Kiss Me, Guido). In addition to its witty and quotable screenplay by von Scherler Mayer and Harry Birckmayer, Party Girl is rightfully beloved for its stacked soundtrack, which includes Tom Tom Club, Run-DMC, Deee-lite, Carl Craig and Ultra-Naté, as well as Mary's stacked wardrobe, which includes pieces by Vivienne Westwood, Todd Oldham, Jean Paul Gaultier and Chanel. Party Girl had its finger on the pulse when released in 1995 and, decades later, it's revered as a loving and effervescent cinematic record of a very special time and place in New York City's history. Previously only available in aged standard definition masters, Party Girl has now been restored in 4K from its original 16mm camera negative. Bonus Materials Audio commentary with Jake Fogelnest Video interview with star Parker Posey Video interview with director Daisy von Scherler Mayer Video interview with writer / producer Harry Birckmayer Video interview with music supervisor Bill Coleman Theatrical trailer Image Gallery Sales Points Party Girl is also notable for being the first feature film to premiere on the Internet on June 3, 1995. Posey welcomed Internet viewers and then introduced the film. A television series based on the film was produced in 1996, starring Christine Taylor (Zoolander) and Swoosie Kurtz (Liar Liar). The film opened theatrically on June 9, 1995, and grossed $472,370 during its initial run and has since become a cult classic. Smash hit and hip 80s/90s soundtrack includes music from The Wolfgang Press, Tom Tom Club, Run–D.M.C., Deee-Lite, Ultra Naté and more! Stars Parker Posey (Scream 3, Superman Returns), Liev Schreiber (Scream, Ray Donovan) and Guillermo Díaz (Weeds, Half Baked) Press Quotes 'Smart, sexy and playfully hip. An insightful comedy with a heart of gold.' —Peter Travers, Rolling Stone 'The new queen of the art house.' —Michael Musto, Vanity Fair 'A must-see.' —Sheila Benson , Hollywood Online Show more