A Room with a View (Blu-ray, Criterion Collection)

A Room with a View is a Criterion Collection Blu-ray of James Ivory’s adaptation of E. M. Forster’s novel. The listing specifies a 1.66:1 picture, DTS surround sound, English subtitles, and a set of special features, making it a disc-focused edition for viewers who want the film alongside interviews and archival material.

At a glance

The listing describes a new 4K digital restoration supervised by cinematographer Tony Pierce-Roberts, with a 2.0 surround Master Audio soundtrack.
Extras listed include interviews with James Ivory, Tony Pierce-Roberts, John Bright, Helena Bonham Carter, Simon Callow, and Julian Sands, plus a 1985 NBC segment, trailer, and essay.
The film features Helena Bonham Carter, Julian Sands, Daniel Day-Lewis, Judi Dench, Maggie Smith, and Denholm Elliott.

Price

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Pros and cons

Pros

One disc combines the feature with interviews, an archival television segment, a trailer, and a printed essay.
The listed English subtitles and DTS surround sound provide specific options for viewers seeking subtitled playback and surround audio.

Technical specifications

12 specifications

Disc and playback
Format	Blu-ray, Color, DTS Surround Sound, Subtitled, Widescreen
Aspect ratio	1.66:1
Audio and subtitles	English
Runtime	1 hour and 57 minutes
Disc count	1
Rating	NR (Not Rated)

Film
Genre	Drama
Director	James Ivory
Studio	Criterion Collection
Release date	September 29, 2015
Model number	2535

Dimensions and installation
Dimensions listed	0.7 x 7.5 x 5.4 inches; 3.2 ounces

What to know before buying

Customer reports on image quality are mixed, including both praise for the picture and comments about visible grain. The story also receives mixed reactions, so expectations about image presentation and narrative appeal may vary.

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Viewers seeking James Ivory’s romantic drama on Blu-ray with listed interviews and archival extras.
Fans of the ensemble cast and E. M. Forster adaptations.

Less suited to

Buyers specifically seeking a 4K UHD disc. The listing identifies this edition as Blu-ray despite describing a 4K digital restoration.

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Customer reviews on Amazon

4.7 / 5 · 507 ratings

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Customer feedback highlights the ensemble acting, especially Daniel Day-Lewis and Maggie Smith, along with the humor, romantic elements, and scenery. Image quality draws mixed responses, with some customers praising the picture and others noting grain. Reactions to the story are also divided. The listing describes a Blu-ray with a 4K digital restoration, but customer impressions suggest image presentation may not satisfy everyone equally.

Positive themes

Customers praise the ensemble acting, humor, romantic elements, and scenery.
Some customers report enjoying repeat viewings.

Mixed feedback

Image quality receives both praise and criticism, including reports of noticeable grain.
Customer reactions to the story range from appreciation to finding it vacuous.

Frequently asked questions

Is this a 4K UHD disc?

No. The listing identifies the format as Blu-ray. It describes a 4K digital restoration, which is not the same as a 4K UHD disc.

What extras are listed?

The listing names interviews with director James Ivory, cinematographer Tony Pierce-Roberts, costume designer John Bright, and actors Helena Bonham Carter, Simon Callow, and Julian Sands. It also lists a 1985 NBC segment, a trailer, and an essay.

How long is the film?

The listed runtime is 1 hour and 57 minutes.