A Private Collection (1972): cast, story & where to watch
1972 · Film · ★ 5.3
Released in 1972, A Private Collection is a documentary film directed by Walerian Borowczyk, running about 12 minutes.
What it’s about. A witty and eye-opening tour through Borowczyk's own collection of vintage erotica. Originally intended as part of his 'Contes immoraux', it was released first as a separate short, and is therefore marks the turning-point between Borowczyk's career as a highly-regarded animator and surrealist filmmaker, and his subsequent career in the sexploitation field.
Who’s in it. A Private Collection stars André Pieyre de Mandiargues as Narrator.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, A Private Collection has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch A Private Collection page.
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch A Private Collection (1972)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for A Private Collection change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is A Private Collection worth watching?
- A Private Collection holds an audience score of 5.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in A Private Collection?
- A Private Collection stars André Pieyre de Mandiargues.
- When was A Private Collection released?
- A Private Collection was released in 1972, with a runtime of about 12 minutes.