A Story from Chikamatsu (The Criterion Collection) DVD

A Story from Chikamatsu from The Criterion Collection is a DVD release of Kenji Mizoguchi’s drama about a Kyoto scroll maker’s wife and his apprentice, falsely accused and driven into a forbidden romance. The listing describes an NTSC disc with English subtitles and a runtime of 1 hour and 42 minutes.

At a glance

A historical drama based on an eighteenth-century Japanese play, according to the listing.
The story follows two people pursued after being wrongly accused of wrongdoing.
The listing identifies Kazuo Hasegawa and Kyoko Kagawa among the actors.

Price

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Pros and cons

Pros

English subtitles are listed, making them a useful option for viewers who prefer or need subtitles.
One disc contains a feature with a listed runtime of 1 hour and 42 minutes.

Cons

This is a DVD-format release, rather than the Blu-ray edition indicated by the title.

Technical specifications

10 specifications

Film and release
Format	NTSC
Runtime	1 hour and 42 minutes
Number of discs	1
Release date	November 13, 2018
Studio	Criterion Collection

Credits and language
Director	Kenji Mizoguchi
Contributors	Kazuo Hasegawa, Kenji Mizoguchi, Kyoko Kagawa
Actors	Kazuo Hasegawa, Kyoko Kagawa
Language	English

Dimensions and installation
Dimensions listed	0.7 x 7.5 x 5.4 inches; 0.64 ounces

What to know before buying

The listing supplies English as both language and subtitle information but does not clarify the audio track details. Confirm the disc’s language options if they matter to your setup.

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Viewers interested in Kenji Mizoguchi and classic Japanese cinema.
Collectors seeking this Criterion Collection film on DVD.
Audiences drawn to period drama and stories of social persecution.

Less suited to

Buyers specifically seeking a Blu-ray edition.
Viewers who need confirmed audio-language or additional subtitle details before purchase.

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Customer reviews on Amazon

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Frequently asked questions

What format is this release?

The title identifies it as a DVD, and the listing gives NTSC as its format.

How long is the film?

The listed runtime is 1 hour and 42 minutes.

Are subtitles included?

English subtitles are listed. The listing does not detail other subtitle options.

What is the film about?

The listing describes a Kyoto scroll maker’s wife and his apprentice, who face persecution after being accused of wrongdoing and become romantically involved.