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The Last Days of Disco: The Criterion Collection Blu-ray

The Last Days of Disco from The Criterion Collection is a Blu-ray comedy directed by Whit Stillman. Set among Manhattan publishing assistants and nightclub regulars in the early 1980s, it follows their search for romance and entertainment as the disco era winds down.

At a glance

  • A dryly comic look at romance and nightlife in early-1980s Manhattan.
  • Follows two publishing assistants who spend their nights at a Studio 54-like club.
  • The listing identifies the disc as a single Blu-ray and gives a runtime of 1 hour and 53 minutes.
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Pros and cons

Pros

  • The one-disc Blu-ray format offers a straightforward physical copy of the film.
  • The supplied film description centers on a specific period and setting, with ensemble characters and dry humor.

Technical specifications

12 specifications
Disc and film
FormatBlu-ray
GenreComedy
Runtime1 hour and 53 minutes
MPAA ratingR (Restricted)
Number of discs1
Release dateJuly 24, 2012
Credits and language
DirectorWhit Stillman
ContributorsChloeSevigny, Chris Eigeman, Kate Beckinsale, Whit Stillman
LanguageEnglish
StudioCriterion Collection
Product details
Model numberCRRN2165BR
Dimensions and weight0.7 x 7.5 x 5.4 inches; 3.21 ounces

Who is it for?

A good fit for

  • Viewers interested in Whit Stillman’s comedy and early-1980s Manhattan nightlife.
  • Collectors seeking the Criterion Collection Blu-ray edition.

Less suited to

  • Buyers seeking a 4K UHD edition or a film rated below R.
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Customer reviews on Amazon

4.2 / 5 · 455 ratings
  • 5 stars62%62%
  • 4 stars18%18%
  • 3 stars10%10%
  • 2 stars3%3%
  • 1 star7%7%

Customer feedback praises the witty dialogue, ensemble performances, music, and period feel, with some describing it as a classic or a sharp satire. The response is not uniform: customers differ on whether its story and pace are entertaining or boring. That split may matter if you prefer brisk plots over dialogue-led period comedy. The listing describes the film’s early-1980s Manhattan setting, but customer opinions do not establish disc picture or sound quality.

Positive themes

  • Customers praise the witty dialogue, acting, music, and period atmosphere.

Mixed feedback

  • Customers disagree on whether the film is entertaining or boring, and feedback on the story is mixed.

Frequently asked questions

What format is this edition?

The listing identifies it as a Blu-ray with one disc.

How long is the film?

The listed runtime is 1 hour and 53 minutes.

What is the film about?

It follows two publishing house assistants seeking romance and entertainment in early-1980s Manhattan, including nights at a Studio 54-like club.

What language and subtitles are listed?

English is listed for both language and subtitles.

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