House (The Criterion Collection) [Blu-ray]

Blu-ray: House (The Criterion Collection) is Nobuhiko Obayashi’s 1977 horror film, following a schoolgirl and six classmates into a country house filled with surreal, supernatural threats. Its unusual visual approach and offbeat tone suit viewers seeking experimental cult horror rather than a conventional ghost story.

At a glance

A one-disc Criterion Blu-ray release of Obayashi’s 1977 horror film.
The story follows a schoolgirl and six classmates confronting supernatural dangers at an aunt’s country home.
The film’s mattes, animation and collage effects contribute to its distinctly surreal style.

Price

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Pros and cons

Pros

The film’s unusual, collage-like visual effects make it a distinctive choice for fans of experimental horror.
English subtitles and a listed English Dolby Digital 5.1 audio track are specified.

Technical specifications

14 specifications

Film and edition
Genre	Horror
Director	Nobuhiko Obayashi
Contributors	Kimiko Ikegami, Kumiko Ohba, Nobuhiko Obayashi, Yoko Minamida
Actors	Kimiko Ikegami, Kumiko Ohba, Yoko Minamida
Studio	Criterion Collection
Release date	October 26, 2010
Rating	NR (Not Rated)
Disc count	1

Playback and audio
Media format	Blu-ray, Color, NTSC, Subtitled
Language	English (Dolby Digital 5.1)
Subtitles	English
Aspect ratio	1.33:1
Runtime	1 hour and 28 minutes

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

What to know before buying

Listing details to confirm

The listing gives a runtime of 1 hour and 28 minutes, while the model field says “Relay time: 89min.” These runtime details are inconsistent, so the exact running time is unconfirmed. The listing also labels the audio language as English while naming an English Dolby Digital 5.1 track. Verify the audio and runtime details for your edition if they are important.

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Viewers looking for surreal, visually unconventional horror.
Fans of Nobuhiko Obayashi or Criterion’s film releases.
Collectors seeking this film on a single Blu-ray disc.

Less suited to

Viewers who prefer conventional horror storytelling or straightforward plot structure.
Buyers who require an exact runtime or confirmed audio-language details before purchase.

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Customer reviews on Amazon

4.7 / 5 · 2,379 ratings

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Customer feedback describes the film as fun, scary, visually striking and unusually bizarre. Reactions to the story are mixed, as are opinions about whether the purchase is worth its price. That split matters if you want a clear, conventional plot or are especially price-sensitive, while its reported visual distinctiveness may appeal to viewers drawn to experimental horror. The listing identifies a single Blu-ray disc with English subtitles, but those format details do not establish picture quality independently.

Positive themes

Customers describe the movie as entertaining, scary and visually striking.
Customers appreciate its unusual, distinctive style.

Mixed feedback

Feedback on the story is mixed.
Opinions on value for money are divided.

Frequently asked questions

What movie is included?

The disc is listed as House, Nobuhiko Obayashi’s 1977 horror film about a schoolgirl and six classmates at a haunted country home.

What are the listed audio and subtitle details?

The listing specifies English subtitles and English (Dolby Digital 5.1) language details. Its audio-language labeling is inconsistent, so confirm this detail if it matters to your setup.

How long is the film?

The main runtime listing says 1 hour and 28 minutes, but the model field says “Relay time: 89min.” The exact runtime is therefore unclear from the listing.

Is this a multi-disc set?

The listing specifies one disc.