The 5 main features of this boxset are housed in a double thick keep case and are NOT sold separately at this time.  All five features are coded for region 1 in the NTSC standard and all features are anamorphic in the 2.35:1 aspect ratio, progressively transferred. I suspect they are a converted-standard port of the Universal French boxset HERE. In fact all start with the Studio Canal logo. Each have original French audio, an English DUB and options for English (CC) subtitles in an white font with black border (see samples below). There are no extras and I endorse this pragmatic concept of packaging - but I do have a few observations.  

Image: It looks very strong throughout, even the single-layered transfers. Detail is at the high end and the occasional softness appears to be from the cinematic-lens level. Colors are a bit faded at times but contrast is very good and I see no digital manipulation. These look exceptionally good for standard definition, very clean - without speckles or damage - I can't see anyone being unhappy with the way these films are represented. 

Audio - All original (monaural or 2.0 channel) but in the first segment the sync is really off. I had to look closely to make sure it wasn't a language DUB. I also tested the English DUB option at this time and for this first film, Angélique, marquise des anges, I think I preferred it. The mismatched sync can be distracting but I didn't notice the issue with any of the other 4 features. Subtitles seem competent but occasionally précised.  

I have a few gripes with Lionsgate. The menus are all in French ?!?! - they obviously didn't bother converting them. My boxset text, also, was completely in French!

Overall impression: I had never seen even one of these films before and I can now appreciate the appeal. Some may find it somewhat cheesy but the sets and costumes spared little expense. The productions approach the lavish end and their episodic nature leans towards an enjoyable soapy quality. Michèle Mercier has moments of incredible sexiness but the films themselves have no blatant nudity - just some cheesecake innuendo. She has some incredible camera appeal. I imagine this is part of the attraction for some. I expect she could have escalated from this series to be a more notable star but, hence, I guess that was not in her future. For entertainment value - yes, I was sold - I was anxious to see the next segment and follow her 'adventures'. As for most things - the value (price for what you get) is another strong Lionsgate offering. Each film is about $6 each and I do feel they are very much worth it. I can't see anyone being disappointed in this purchase.          

Gary W. Tooze