Harlow, one of two major feature films about the legendary screen sex symbol made during the same year, will make its DVD debut on September 28 from Olive Films. This version stars Carroll Baker while the other film (amazingly carrying the same title!) starred Carol Lynley. Here is the official synopsis:
Hollywood
in 1928 is a land of milk and honey, magic and fantasy. Jean Harlow’s
spectacularly controversial and tragic career begins with bit parts in movies
while she’s living with her mother and opportunistic stepfather. When Hollywood
agent, Arthur Landau (Golden Globe Nominee, Red Buttons), spots her on a film
set, he gets her a series of comedy roles and soon realizes he has a gold mine
in Miss Harlow (Carroll Baker). She becomes an overnight sensation and critics
hail her as the next great sex symbol. This film documents the rise and fall of
a true Hollywood Legend. Directed by Gordon Douglas (Tony Rome),
Screenplay by John Michael Hayes (Peyton Place, The Carpetbaggers) and
Costumes by legendary designer Edith Head.